Christmas recipes
Christmas dinner: Ideas that always work
Christmas is finally here! The candles on the Christmas tree cast a cozy glow, the presents are ready (or already unwrapped), the whole family is together. A festive meal is also an important part of Christmas - albeit one that can sometimes be quite nerve-wracking. Especially when family members or friends are visiting, everything has to run smoothly. That's why at idee für mich you'll find recipes for Christmas that always succeed and of course taste delicious! Our motto: You don't need a star chef to make a delicious Christmas dinner!
Recipes for Christmas: Goose or not at all
The Christmas goose is of course a classic. Whether as a leg or as a whole bird with a delicious stuffing - the goose embodies Christmas like no other meal. It comes with red cabbage and dumplings, or alternatively Brussels sprouts and boiled potatoes. Whatever your preference, goose is the number one Christmas recipe!
However, duck follows close behind - also usually accompanied by red cabbage and dumplings. But turkey, game and lamb also have their fans at Christmas. Carp, once a popular guest on Christmas and New Year's Eve tables, has gone somewhat out of fashion. No reason not to rediscover it! Speaking of the past: when things needed to be quick and uncomplicated, potato salad with sausages was a real Christmas Eve hit!
Fondue or raclette are uncomplicated and very sociable - this New Year's Eve hit is also finding more and more fans over the festive period.
Christmas dinner: Ideas for heavenly desserts
Of course, a Christmas menu doesn't just consist of the main course - which is why idee für mich also provides many, many suggestions for delicious starters and heavenly desserts. A fine soup to start or a creamy chocolate mousse will turn your festive meal into an unforgettable treat. Our Christmas recipes will give you a feast for the senses!
Make your own roasted almonds: it's so easy
Learn how to make delicious roasted almonds at home with just five simple ingredients. This easy recipe delivers homemade flavor that beats any Christmas market treat.
Spicy and delicious: non-alcoholic punch recipes
Discover three warming punch recipes bursting with spice and flavor—from apple-pear with cranberries to ginger-lemongrass and peppered cherry blends.
Crazy, but good: Roweka is the trend drink for winter 2017
Discover Roweka, the winter trend drink combining hot chocolate with red wine. This surprisingly delicious blend of cocoa and tart wine flavors is taking Germany by storm.
Christmas around the world: what's on our neighbors' plates
Discover how Christmas dinner differs across Europe—from Italian fish feasts to French chestnut turkey and Polish hearty soups. Explore the festive traditions on neighbors' plates.
Attention those with a sweet tooth: This toffee liqueur sweetens our winter
Transform your favorite Toffifee candies into a luxurious homemade liqueur with hazelnut, caramel, and chocolate notes. This simple recipe requires just a few ingredients and minimal effort.
Make baked apples yourself: The classic reinterpreted
Discover a quick and festive twist on the classic baked apple: hollow out apples, fill them with nuts and cinnamon, top with shortcrust pastry lattice, and bake for 30 minutes.
Fondue at Christmas: Important tips for handling meat
Keep your Christmas fondue safe with proper meat handling: choose quality sources, store correctly, and prevent cross-contamination from raw to cooked foods.
In the Christmas bakery: special cookies for the Advent season
Discover two delicious Advent treats: hazelnut macaroons on crispy wafers and nutty marzipan rolls with dried fruit. Perfect for your Christmas baking season.
Dried fruit: healthy and sooo sweet
Dried fruit concentrates nutrients and fiber, but also sugar—so eat only as much as you would fresh fruit. Choose unsulphured varieties to avoid additives like sulphur dioxide.
Gingerbread 5 times different: New gingerbread recipes for the Christmas season
Discover five creative ways to enjoy gingerbread this Christmas season, from a festive cheesecake and sheet cake to a warming liqueur, chocolate soup, and elegant mousse.
Not just in the run-up to Christmas: classic gingerbread spice
Discover the regional variations of gingerbread spice and learn why there's no single recipe. Create your own signature blend with classic ingredients like cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom.