Christmas Sides That Steal the Show
While the main dish might take centre stage at Christmas dinner, it’s often the sides that really make the meal. From golden roasties to buttery veg, the right accompaniments can turn a good roast into something truly memorable. This list of Christmas sides that steal the show features classic favourites, modern twists and a few unexpected gems – all perfect for your festive table.
Start with Goose Fat Yorkshire puddings or crispy oven-roasted potatoes, both ideal for soaking up gravy. Add comforting classics like the best mashed potatoes, mashed parsnips, or honey-roasted parsnips for a touch of sweetness.
For greens, there’s Brussels sprouts with chestnuts, or with crispy pancetta, along with garlic baked carrots, pan-fried asparagus and long-stem broccoli. And if you fancy something a bit different, the cauliflower grilled cheese is sure to get everyone talking. These sides are simple to prepare, full of flavour, and just the thing to complete your Christmas feast.
If you try some of these, please let me know how you get on in the comments section below!
Christmas Sides That Steal the Show
Deck your table with Christmas sides that steal the show - festive, tasty recipes so good they might outshine the main course!
Goose Fat Yorkshire Pudding
These Yorkshire puddings are the perfect accompaniment to a roast beef or rib roast Sunday dinner. An essential side dish, made perfect with a tasty gravy.
Best Mashed Potato Recipe
The best, creamiest and tastiest mashed potato recipe. Use this whenever you need some mash!
Honey Roasted Parsnips
Beautifully crispy honey roasted parsnips are one of the best vegetables on a roasted dinner plate - parboil and roast with the potatoes to save on the washing up
Mashed Parsnips Recipe
This mashed parsnip is a great alternative to mashed potatoes. It adds a bit of sweetness to the meal which can sometimes better compliment your main ingredient.
Brussels Sprouts and Chestnuts
This delicious side dish is a perfect accompaniment to a traditional Sunday roast, Christmas or Thanksgiving dinner.
Best Crispy Oven Roasted Potatoes
These roast potatoes are deliciously crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Make sure you make more than you think you need, because they will all go, guaranteed!!
Baked Carrots with Garlic
These carrots are cooked with garlic and butter in the oven in a Pyrex (glass) dish with a lid that retains the tastes and allows the carrots to steam.
Oven Roasted Long Stem Broccoli
This simple recipe might get your kids eating greens again? My kids love these ('boompjes' or 'trees' as they call them in Dutch)
Brussels Sprouts and Pancetta
This delicious side dish is a perfect accompaniment to a traditional Sunday roast, Christmas or Thanksgiving dinner.
Cauliflower Grilled Cheese
This simple cauliflower cheese recipe is a great side dish to a roast dinner, like at Xmas or Thanksgiving. Easy to prepare and it can cook in the oven with the roast.
Here are some mains to serve with your sides!!
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