THE W4D HAPPY HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE
Hi W4D Friends! We are taking the rest of the year off, but don’t fret, we’re not leaving you high and dry… Below find some of our most helpful—and delicious—recipes from newsletters past.
Wishing you a very Merry Christmas, a joyous Hanukkah, and a safe and
Happy 2025!!
xoxo
Anthony & Elizabeth
CHRISTMAS EVE DINNER
If you’re someone who serves turkey on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day, we’ve got plenty of helpful turkey advice linked here, including how to make gravy and ideas for the leftovers!
And if Prime Rib is the vibe, Elizabeth made one last year. Hit the link and scroll down to see how she reverse-seared the roast.
You’ll probably want something to wash all that down… we’ve got gads of holiday cocktail recipes that you’ll love to sip!
And don’t forget to leave some treats out for Santa!! Our W4D Cookie Box will ensure that your stocking is filled to the brim!
And if you need a good reminder on all things pie, our Pie Primer will come in handy!
COMFORTING (AND MAKE-AHEAD) CHRISTMAS MORNING
If you’re looking to have both sweet AND savory options for breakfast, take a look at Elizabeth’s Sweet Stuffed French Toast Strata (above) and Anthony’s Savory Hash Brown Breakfast Bake (below). Both feed a crowd, and are make-ahead options that you can just pop into the oven while the coffee brews.
And if you want something that’s a little hammy, a little cheesy, and a little salty look no further than Anthony’s Croque Monsieur Casserole!
CONGRATS TO **ANITA FORD** FOR WINNING OUR ELI’S CHEESECAKE GIVEAWAY!
Anita just won a Cheesecake Board from our friends at Eli’s Cheesecake!
Eli's has taken all the guesswork out of setting up a dessert buffet with this fun kit that comes with an illustrated brown paper “map” of how to artistically set up the included cheesecakes. There are mini cuties, slices, mini rounds of classic cheesecakes, chocolate bark and candied nuts.
EK: My favorite part is that they include the brown paper map/blueprint that guides you in the plating! Plus you don’t need any serving dishes!!
AU: It takes all the guess work out of entertaining—I think it’s a brilliant idea! Plus, those cheesecakes are so darn-tootin’ good, I could probably eat an entire board myself.
EK: They come in two different sizes, one box that serves 15-25, $190 and a smaller giftable size that serves 6- 12 (depending on your appetite and sweet tooth), for $120. The kit also includes tips from Eli’s pastry chef for garnishing the cheesecakes, with extra topping suggestions, fresh and dried winter fruits, and any of your favorite cheese(cake) accompaniments.
Happy Holidays and enjoy!!