12 Recipes For When Time Isn’t Real Between Christmas & New Year's
Chances are, many of the following things are true for you: 1. You don't remember the last time you wore real pants, 2. You've been subsisting on Christmas fudge and leftover holiday ham for days, and 3. Actually, you don't entirely know what day it is. Heck, if any of those statements are true for you, you've likely found yourself in the middle of the weirdest week of the year — the week between Christmas and New Year's. To be honest, I'm not entirely convinced that time is really real during this week? And that absolutely extends to what recipes I turn to all week long.
For one, breakfast becomes a very flexible meal, and not just in terms of the timing (breakfast for dinner forever), but mixing and matching all kinds of flavor cross-overs. Whatever you do, don't be surprised when frico egg smash tacos, Hawaiian roll french toast, ramen carbonara, and pizza frittatas become a regular dinner well into the new year! Perhaps you're of the "I don't want to do any dishes ever again" and "I have so many leftovers I'm bored to death of" frame of mind? Well, you've got plenty of options. Choose something easy like a one-pot meal (like our pizza beans skillet, taco soup, or slow-cooker beef chili), something handheld in either slider form (like our Hawaiian roll sliders) or wrapped in a crescent roll (like our chicken parm pinwheels). And if you're celebrating Hanukkah (and/or your favorite sports team winning) be sure to keep the party going with a batch of our Big Mac latkes.
When all else fails, there's absolutely no shame in continuing to eat more fudge. Our espresso martini fudge is the perfect bridge between the holidays, in my humble opinion!
Frico Egg Smash Tacos
The best of smashed burgers, tacos, and fried eggs collide in this super satisfying breakfast. Every layer of this taco is supported by the next, from the earthy paprika-forward chorizo to the crispy cheddar frico, creamy egg yolk, and the acidic herb sauce that completes the entire package.
Get the Frico Egg Smash Tacos recipe.
Hawaiian Roll Sliders
Sliders are always a guaranteed hit on game day, but these ones are the ultimate. In them, ham, Swiss, and jammy caramelized onions are layered between the star of the show: buttery and soft Hawaiian rolls.
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Pizza Beans Skillet
Tired, hungry, and running low on groceries? Pizza beans have your back. Featuring simple pantry staples and only 30 minutes of cooking time, this comforting one-pan dinner promises to make any weeknight feel special.
Get the Pizza Beans Skillet recipe.
Big Mac Latkes
A crispy, fresh latke is one of life’s greatest joys, but when you make it Big-Mac-style, you’re in a whole new universe of delicious. Packed with dill pickles and sesame seeds, stuffed with melty American cheese (optional), and drizzled with Big Mac sauce, this fresh spin on the classic Hanukkah treat will truly have you lovin’ it.
Get the Big Mac Latkes recipe.
Hawaiian Roll French Toast
Have leftover Hawaiian rolls kicking around (maybe from making some of our killer sliders?)? Use them to make these cute French toast squares! Paired with a "costume" made up of coconut custard, pineapple maple syrup, toasted coconut flakes, and bits of zingy orange zest, you'll barely recognize them.
Get the Hawaiian Roll French Toast recipe.
Everything Bagel Pasta
Not only do we have recipes for homemade everything bagels, we've also turned the everything bagel into everything eggrolls, everything chicken, and even everything popcorn. Now, we present to you the new frontier: everything bagel pasta.
Get the Everything Bagel Pasta recipe.
Slow-Cooker Beef Chili
This hearty chili, made with flavorful ground beef, a rich blend of spices, aromatics, and tomatoes, is exactly what we want when the weather cools. And at Delish, we know chili is personal. So go ahead, tailor your toppings or switch up the type of beans. Want more heat? Add a bit more cayenne or chipotle powder. The beauty of this chili lies in its no-fuss versatility.
Get the Slow-Cooker Beef Chili recipe.
Pizza Frittata
In our book, a classic frittata is a perfect breakfast-for-dinner dish. They're the solution to almost every meal dilemma. Use this one as inspo that it's not just about the eggs—we like adding some extra protein with pepperoni, but sausage or bacon would also be great.
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Espresso Martini Fudge
If you're still obsessed with the iconic coffee cocktail, then you're going to be doubly in love with this recipe. We created this espresso martini version because coffee just makes everything better, especially when paired with melty, smooth chocolate and our favorite Irish cream liqueur. Plus, who can say no to that adorable coffee bean garnish?
Get the Espresso Martini Fudge recipe.
Taco Soup
When you’re craving tacos but looking for something with a little more oomph and comfort, taco soup is the dinner for you. It’s hearty and filling, super-flavorful, and comes together FAST (I’m talking 30 minutes fast!). Featuring ground beef, pinto beans, and all your Mexican-inspired favorites, this recipe is also very straightforward to make. There’s hardly any chopping required, and you can buy all the ingredients at your local grocery store, meaning you can easily make this again and again whenever the craving hits.
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Ramen Carbonara
Craving carbonara, but also in need of a cheap and easy dinner? Instant ramen is here to save the day. We add the classic creamy sauce with crispy bacon to our noodles for a weeknight dinner in just around 30 minutes that tastes like you spent the whole day in the kitchen.
Get the Ramen Carbonara recipe.
Chicken Parm Pinwheels
These chicken Parm pinwheels take all the cheesy, saucy umami-liciousness of classic chicken Parmesan and put it in the palm of your hand. With rotisserie chicken, store-bought marinara sauce, and crescent roll dough, these come together with minimal prep and cleanup.
Get the Chicken Parm Pinwheels recipe.
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