Holiday Recipe Ideas and Meals for Large Groups
Feeding a crowd this holiday season? We’ve got just the thing! Grab your pots and pans, turn up the holiday tunes, and get ready to serve up Christmas potluck ideas and holiday family meals that make every gathering feel extra special.
Last updated: October 27, 2025
Holiday recipe ideas & guides
Start the season off right with a few of our favorite holiday recipe ideas and helpful holiday essential guides for cooking for a crowd. And be sure to visit our holiday baking essentials for timeless tips and sweet inspiration.
Turkey Guide: How to Cook a Thanksgiving Turkey 4 Ways
Of course, no Thanksgiving table is complete without a perfectly roasted turkey. Discover simple, time-tested methods for cooking your bird—whether you use an oven bag, a foil tent, a traditional roasting pan, or wrap it snugly in foil. Additionally, using our turkey calculator will help you determine the perfect cooking time.
A Crowd Favorite: Mac and Cheese
Warm, creamy, and oh-so-comforting, mac and cheese is always a crowd favorite. Be sure to make plenty, because everyone will be coming back for seconds! Learn how to easily make extra so no one leaves hungry.
Holiday Ham: How to Cook Ham 3 Ways
A holiday ham is always a showstopper that’s tender, juicy, and loved by all. Whether you bake it in the oven, use a handy oven bag, or let the slow cooker do the work, we’ll help you create a meal for a crowd that makes every gathering feel special—and less cleanup afterward.
Pot Roast Ideas: How to Make a Pot Roast
There’s nothing quite like a slow-cooked pot roast to bring warmth to the holiday table. With tender meat and rich, savory flavor, it’s a comforting tradition everyone will love year after year. Plus, make cleanup a breeze with oven bags and slow cooker liners, so you can relax and enjoy more time with your guests.
Simple Comforts: Slow Cooker Soup and Chili Recipes
When the holidays bring a chill to the air, there’s nothing more comforting than a slow cooker filled with hearty soup or chili. These cozy recipes make gatherings warm and welcoming—and with slow cooker liners, cleanup is as easy as the cooking.
Stock up on holiday cooking essentials
Every memorable holiday meal starts with the right essentials. Aluminum foil, oven bags, disposable baking pans, and slow cooker liners help you cook, serve, and clean up with ease—so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time making memories with family.
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