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christmas buffet ideas food

20 Festive Christmas Buffet Ideas Food for Joyful Feasting


  • Author: Zach
  • Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 10-12 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

A selection of delicious and festive dishes perfect for your Christmas buffet. These easy-to-make recipes will impress your guests and make your holiday gathering memorable.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 kg turkey breast, sliced
  • 500 g smoked salmon
  • 500 g roasted vegetables (carrots, Brussels sprouts, potatoes)
  • 300 g cranberry sauce
  • 200 g stuffing
  • 250 g mini sausages
  • 1 loaf of crusty bread
  • 200 g cheese platter (cheddar, brie, blue cheese)
  • 200 g mixed nuts
  • 500 ml mulled wine

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Roast the turkey breast for 45 minutes or until fully cooked.
  3. Arrange the smoked salmon on a serving platter.
  4. Roast the vegetables with olive oil, salt, and pepper for 30 minutes.
  5. Warm the cranberry sauce and stuffing before serving.
  6. Cook the mini sausages in a pan for 10 minutes.
  7. Slice the bread and set it out with the cheese platter.
  8. Place mixed nuts in small bowls.
  9. Heat the mulled wine gently before serving.
  10. Arrange all dishes on the buffet table.

Notes

  • Prepare some dishes ahead to save time.
  • Keep hot dishes warm with chafing dishes.
  • Label any dishes with allergens for guests.
  • Offer vegetarian options if needed.
  • Prep Time: 1 hour
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Category: Holiday
  • Method: Roasting, Baking
  • Cuisine: European

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: christmas, buffet, holiday, festive, food