5 quick and simple holiday recipes

In a hurry this holiday season? From after-skating comfort food to snacks for impromptu festive gatherings, we’ve got your food emergencies covered with these easy, delicious recipes

Victoria Walsh,

Originally published in Today's Parent December 2011

Ultimate cheese plate

Have these ingredients on hand and you’ll be set to impress when guests drop by. Picky eaters will be pleased they can choose their favourites.

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Monte cristo panini with creamy tomato pesto soup

Warm up fast after skating with this easy-to-prepare lunch. Make it vegetarian by simply skipping the ham and using vegetable broth in place of chicken broth.

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Roasted sausage and pepper tagliatelle

This fast dish gets its flavour from smoky roasted sausages and peppers, and its sauciness from goat cheese

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Buttermilk pancakes with winter fruit salad

Surprise overnight guests in the morning with a stack of these ultra-fluffy pancakes smothered in maple syrup. Add fresh berries or sliced fruit to the pancake batter just as it bubbles and before flipping, or serve alongside our Winter Fruit Salad.

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Sesame chicken noodles

Whip up this easy dish after a full day of shopping.

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