There’s nothing better than ringing in 2026 with a little variety. We’ve rounded up a collection of delicious small-plate recipes to keep you and your guests satisfied as you count down to midnight.
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Vegan Holiday Feast: Four Recipes for Your Table
We’ve gathered some of our favorite vegan recipes that are perfect for the holidays, some brand new, some tried and true, and all worth a place at your table.
Vegan Wellington
This Vegan Wellington is a true centerpiece for the holiday table. A hearty lentil and mushroom filling is wrapped in flaky, golden pastry and served with a deeply flavorful mushroom gravy. It’s a comforting, crowd-pleasing main that holds its own next to any traditional holiday spread, no meat required.
Holiday Rib Roast
Rib roasts are special for any occasion, but there’s something about making the perfect holiday roast during the festive season that just hits different. We put together this simple, delicious holiday rib roast recipe, adapted from Amee’s Savory Dish, to help you create the roast of your dreams.
Creamy Bolognese
Looking for a cozy weeknight pasta that comes together fast? This Creamy Bolognese from NYT Cooking’s Genevieve Ko builds big, comforting flavor with simple ingredients and a surprising hit of red curry paste. It’s hearty, creamy, and perfect for a cold Michigan evening.
French Style Hot Chocolate
This homemade hot chocolate from Wishbone Kitchen is rich, smooth, and easy to make. Real dark chocolate melts into warm milk, and a pinch of espresso and sea salt gives it extra depth. Top it with the optional marshmallow meringue for a toasty, cozy finish. Perfect for a cold day.
Three Sisters Soup
The Three Sisters—corn, squash and beans—is a Native American growing technique that capitalizes on the strengths of each individual ingredient. Cooked together they make a great soup that is popular with vegetarians and vegans.
Kale Cranberry Salad
Walnuts, cranberries and a tangy dressing give this kale cranberry salad crunch and the perfect balance of sweet and sour flavor.
Classic Pumpkin Pie
That timeless pumpkin pie recipe from the back of the pumpkin purée can? It’s a classic for a reason. We made this simple, from-scratch version to celebrate that same cozy flavor.
The Ultimate Green Bean Casserole
Simply put, this easy-to-make classic might just be the best we’ve ever had. Can we all agree it’s time for green bean casseroles to steal the spotlight from turkey?
