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[devotiggermeeko]

So crazy me decided to cook Christmas dinner for my husband's family. We've been together ten years and this is the first Christmas we're spending with his family, so I want to do a good job. I love cooking and have never had any issues, but for some reason I'm nervous! This could be because its my first time cooking a holiday dinner, I'm doing it

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[cissa]

I make very nice mashed potatoes (white), cooking peeled and rough cut potatoes in broth. Sautéing some garlic in olive oil before adding the potatoes is tasty. I use about 2 pounds of potatoes, and 1.25 cups broth. Cook till the spuds are done, then mash them right n the pan. No need to drain!

For dips, Serious Eats has a really good and pretty green pea hummus. No dairy, and it is really easy!

Maybe roast the cauliflower or broccoli?

[leatherfemme]

http://www.101cookbooks.com/archives/vegetarian-thanksgiving-recipes-recipe.html

[smurfetts_lamb]

A pasta salad would be excellent. http://www.kraftrecipes.com/recipes/easy-pasta-salad-50249.aspx... )

[spaceprostitute]

I'm not clear on this - is the aunt making the stuffing? Unless she's making it with vegetable broth instead of chicken broth, it's not going to be vegetarian. I would check with her specifically

[layers_of_eli]

Here's one! http://thechiclife.com/2013/12/vegan-lentil-farro-meat-loaf-recipe-great-for-thanksgiving-christmas-or-everyday-eating.html

[layers_of_eli]

Also, I know Aunt's covering baking, but this cake is SO GOOD. http://willowbirdbaking.com/2011/12/22/cranberry-orange-pecan-cake-vegan/

[layers_of_eli]

BTW I agree with the above poster about roasting instead of steaming veggies. Roasted broccoli, asparagus, Brussels sprouts, or roasted carrots would be a lovely choice.

[layers_of_eli]

And (sorry so many posts! I keep thinking of things) The Kitchn just posted this AWESOME assortment of vegan appetizers: http://www.thekitchn.com/vegan-appetizer-ideas-for-a-cocktail-party-good-questions-197735 (2 in post, lots in comments)