7 corny classics that will make you the hero of Christmas dinner

Christmas is stressful. But we got your back! Why spend hours in the kitchen with dishes you’ve never made before and aren’t even sure your fellow diners will like? It can be easier! With these 7 Christmas classics, you’ll be the hero of Christmas dinner.

Earlier, we already gave you tips to make things easier for yourself. How about a culinary (ahem) 5-course frikandel menu or an entire Christmas dinner from the Airfryer? But we have even more tips for a relaxed Christmas.

Corny classic 1: deviled eggs

Little effort, big effect – that’s what we like. And that quickly leads you to deviled eggs. DEVILED EGGS? AT CHRISTMAS?! We hear you thinking it. But the answer is: YES! Because deviled eggs are always a hit, at any party. With this recipe, you’ll make devilishly delicious deviled eggs. Just make sure you don’t make these deviled egg mistakes. Bet everyone will pounce as soon as you put the platter on the table?

Corny classic 2: vol-au-vent with chicken ragout

Sometimes nothing beats an old school vol-au-vent with chicken ragout. So retro and so delicious. Since we’re keeping things easy, naturally you’ll choose the version from a can. Still want to put in more effort (show-off)? Then make it completely from scratch. With this chicken ragout recipe, you’ll definitely succeed.

Corny classic 3: prawn cocktail

Could anything be more classic? We don’t think so. The combination of prawns and a dollop of cocktail sauce is rightly a winner. Make your prawn cocktail with this recipe or use this recipe for a prawn cocktail. And if you really want to go all out, make this ultimate cocktail sauce. Success guaranteed!

Corny classic 4: carpaccio with a twist

Carpaccio with meat, no, with… pineapple! Fresh and a little spicy, that’s this pineapple carpaccio. Delicious as an intermezzo, surprising as a starter and this dish even works well as a dessert. Multi-purpose – what more could you want?

Corny classic 5: garlic bread

Bread, garlic and butter are definitely three of our favorite food groups. Combine them all, put them in the oven and you have the perfect snack with drinks. With this recipe, you’ll make delicious basic garlic bread. If you want to go the extra mile, add some pieces of cheese in between and perhaps a slice of bacon. Prosciutto and sage are also a good combination.

Corny classic 6: salmon or tuna tartare

After all those corona kilos (yes, it seems so long ago, but are you back to your old weight yet?), you naturally aren’t looking forward to a Christmas swimming ring around your waist. So ta-da: this salmon or tuna tartare is a great dish with few slow-release carbohydrates. The recipe is intended as a starter, but you can also serve it as a main course by doubling the quantities. Easy does it – we told you so.

Corny classic 7: tiramisu

Of course, we end with the dessert of all desserts: tiramisu! With this recipe – trust us – you’ll make the most delicious tiramisu. Want a little more variety? Then make a Limoncello tiramisu; this recipe is so simple that anyone can make it. Also fun: a tiramisu crêpes cake.

Tip: and if you don’t feel like cooking at all, there’s always the pizzarette; convivial fondue, but with pizza. A Tavola!

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• How to: cook when coronavirus anxiety sets in
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