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Issue No. 1174: December 2021
There’s a lot to do on your checklist during the holiday season, from decorating the house, to gifts, and so much more! While you’re in the midst of planning and prepping, let us lend you a hand with your holiday menu. We have centerpiece-worthy roasts, easy sides and a brand new Goodtaste recipe for buttery Parmesan-Black Pepper Parker House Rolls. Looking to dine out or order in? We have you covered there, too! Find it all below. 

Enjoy!
Tanji
Photo Credit: Julia Heffelfinger
Make This Now: Parmesan-Black Pepper Parker House Rolls
Bread always seems like an afterthought when you’re planning your holiday feast, but these buttery Parker House rolls deserve the spotlight. Layered with nutty parmesan cheese and cracked black pepper, they’re a little sweet, a little savory and super light and fluffy. Plus, they’re far easier to make than you think! Find the full recipe HERE.
Photo Credit: Julia Heffelfinger
8 Showstopping Roasts for Your Holiday Table
From a Mustard-Glazed Ham to a Horseradish-Crusted Beef Rib Roast, these epic holiday roasts will really steal the show. This year, try one of these craveable recipes for a juicy, perfectly-tender main course that will wow the whole family. Get the recipes HERE.
Photo Credit: Food Network
10 Side Dishes for Your Christmas Feast
It’s the big roast that gets all the attention, but let’s be honest—we’re all here for the sides! From Smoky Brussels Sprouts with Chorizo to Stuffed Baby Portobello Mushrooms, these easy-to-make dishes will go with just about everything. Find 10 side dishes to add to your holiday dinner HERE.
Photo Credit: Goya Foods
DIY: Goya Foods’ Chipotle Chicken Tacos
Serve up these juicy chicken tacos made with lots of smoky, spicy chipotles! Goya Foods’ Executive Chef Fernando Desa walks us through the simple step-by-step process, from marinating the chicken in a rich sauce to sautéeing the chicken until golden brown. Taco night just got a whole lot spicier! Get the recipe HERE.
Photo Credit: Neiman Marcus
Tanji’s Kitchen Finds: Six-Cup Cherry-Red Popover Pan
In my house, Christmas dinner is not complete without pillowy popovers! While you may be tempted to make them in a muffin tin, you will get the best results with a proper popover pan. These special pans give you better air circulation and have tall, narrow cups that help you get sky-high results. If you make popovers with any regularity, then it is worth investing in a proper pan like this cherry-red one from Neiman Marcus. Try it out with our Goodtaste original recipe for French Onion Popovers this weekend!
Photo Credit: Julia Heffelfinger
Goodtaste's Top 5: Hot Chocolates
Skip the packets of hot chocolate with those hard mini marshmallows and treat yourself to a mug of homemade, creamy cocoa. It’s easier than you think! In celebration of Monday being National Cocoa Day, we’re sharing 5 extra-chocolatey recipes to whip up all month long HERE.
Photo Credit: B&B Butchers
Christmas Dine-In & Take-Out Guide
At Goodtaste, we want to take a little stress out of your holiday! If you're all cooked out or want to support your local businesses this season, we've rounded up some of our favorite Texas spots offering dine-in or pick-up options for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Check out the lists for Austin, Dallas, Houston and San Antonio HERE.
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