Holiday Planning & Ideas Christmas Easy Holiday Menus By Martha Stewart Editors Martha Stewart Editors Facebook Instagram Twitter Website An article attributed to "Martha Stewart Editors" indicates when several writers and editors have contributed to an article over the years. These collaborations allow us to provide you with the most accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive information available.The Martha Stewart team aims to teach and inspire readers daily with tested-until-perfected recipes, creative DIY projects, and elevated home and entertaining ideas. They are experts in their fields who research, create, and test the best ways to help readers design the life they want. The joy is in the doing. Editorial Guidelines Published on September 30, 2011 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Forget long hours in the kitchen with complicated recipes. Make this Christmas dinner a no-fuss, unforgettable evening with these easy, elegant menus. 01 of 10 Classic Holiday Menu Spread the joy with our classic holiday menu, a feast that's sure to dazzle. It's impressive and easy to achieve at the same time. In fact, you can start preparing the meal up to two days ahead. MainBrandied Ham SideLeek GratinRoasted Winter VegetablesSpinach and Gruyere Souffle DessertGlazed Chocolate Layer Cake 02 of 10 Quick Pork Roast Menu This scrumptious pork roast is the highlight of any meal and is so simple to make, you'll spend more time with your family than in the kitchen. MainBay-Leaf-Crusted Pork Roast SideGreen Bean and Fennel Salad with Pecans Butternut Squash, and Apple Puree DessertSticky Toffee Pudding 03 of 10 Christmas Roast Beef Menu This easy holiday dinner features a tender, moist roast beef and ends with a peppermint-flavored treat. MainRoast Beef with Caramelized Shallots SaladSalad with Cranberries and Almonds SideMashed-Potato Gratin DessertChocolate-Peppermint Cake 04 of 10 Classic Holiday Menu with a Kick Holidays are a time for tradition -- and a few surprises, too. Here, we take classic french cocktails, popcorn, goose, and stuffing, and add a few flavorful twists. AppetizerRosemary-Caramel Popcorn MainCrisp Goose SideDried Cherry-Sourdough Stuffing CocktailManhattan Kir Royal 05 of 10 Easy Christmas Extravaganza Skip seasonal stress with our step-by-step plan for a fabulously easy Christmas extravaganza. A juicy rib roast and seasoned potatoes cook at the same temperature to help you get this elegant meal on the table faster. MainRib Roast with Rosemary-Garlic Potatoes SideSauteed Peas and Red Onion Frisee Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette No-Knead Dinner Rolls DessertChocolate and Nut Yule Log View Recipe 06 of 10 Seasonal Holiday Menu A seasonal meal can be effortlessly festive: Try pork stuffed with fruit, plus tasteful accents. With layers of sweetened cranberries, buttery pound cake, and fluffy whipped cream, an easy trifle makes for a merry ending to a dazzling meal. MainPork Loin with Dried-Fruit and Chestnut Stuffing SideHerbed Mushroom CustardsCelery Root and Potato PureeLemony Shredded Brussels Sprouts DessertCranberry Trifle 07 of 10 Easy Tenderloin Dinner A meal featuring a one-hour beef tenderloin is a delicious (and effortless) indulgence for a celebratory occasion. MainBeef Tenderloin SidePotatoes AnnaSauteed Swiss Chard DessertGrand Raspberry Trifle 08 of 10 French Holiday Menu Two French classics -- a beef stew cooked in wine and mini cream puffs -- play starring roles in this scrumptious feast. MainBoeuf Bourguignon SidePotatoes with Parsley SaladWatercress, Frisee, and Pear Salad DessertCream Puffs View Recipe 09 of 10 Italian Holiday Menu This Christmas, toast to a flavorful holiday dinner with an Italian accent. AppetizerPancetta-Wrapped Figs MainTurkey Breast SideKale-and Sausage StuffingRoasted Brussels Sprouts CocktailCampari, Gin, and Orange 10 of 10 Easygoing, Elegant Holiday Menu A seasonal celebration can hit all the appropriate notes and still feel sparkly instead of staid. Here, the classic vodka tonic gets a jolt of herbal intrigue, puff pastries are folded around artichoke hearts and cheese, and slender chops from a rack of lamb are dressed with a vibrant orange-juice sauce and surrounded by a passel of fingerling potatoes. AppetizerArtichoke Turnovers MainOregano and Orange Rack of Lamb with Caramelized Fingerling Potatoes CocktailRosemary Vodka Tonics View Recipe Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit