What do I bring to Christmas Eve dinner at someone else's house

[MrsCat 6]

We're going to Chris' coworker's house for Christmas Eve dinner. I asked last night if I could help with anything (booze, wine, food, dessert) and she said no. I asked again and she said a side dish would be good then. I said okay but now I don't know what to bring. She is cooking a turkey with the usual potatoes, stuffing and rolls.

Also, what is an appropriate hostess gift?

I need ideas.

PS: I'm not a good cook, so please something simple but tasty.

[jundp 191]

How about a greenbean casserole? Easy, quick, and most people love it!

[MrsCat 6]

How about a greenbean casserole? Easy, quick, and most people love it!

that sounds interesting - let me google that recipe.

[MrsCat 6]

How about a greenbean casserole? Easy, quick, and most people love it!

that sounds interesting - let me google that recipe.

Looks yummy, I just found one by Paula Dean. Don't know what french fried onions are though.

[Amby 490]

You can buy a can of the fried onions at the grocery store. Just dump them on top

[Amby 490]

Why not buy something pre-made and put it in a pan and pretend you made it. When people ask for the recipe say it's a family secret

[웃 910]

Pack your patience and bring your appetite.

[MrsCat 6]

Why not buy something pre-made and put it in a pan and pretend you made it. When people ask for the recipe say it's a family secret

Chris would sell me out for an extra slice of pecan pie.

come on Amby you must have something simple and not "pretentious"?

[Amby 490]

Why not buy something pre-made and put it in a pan and pretend you made it. When people ask for the recipe say it's a family secret

Chris would sell me out for an extra slice of pecan pie.

come on Amby you must have something simple and not "pretentious"?

I love pretentious food. I'll think about it and let you know tomorrow.

[Reba 2]

appropriate hostess gifts are a box of chocolates or a bottle of nice wine. Neither of which are expected to be opened while you're there, so don't be offended if she hoards them for herself later.

You could always make some poutine and tell them it is a traditional Canadian Christmas dish!

Or how about just take some Christmas crackers? Most Americans have no idea what they are, but if you have a World Market near you they have them for sale there. And some other specialty stores. Someone last year I think mentioned Pier One or something like that.

Edited December 21, 2008 by Reba

[Krikit 1,164]

appropriate hostess gifts are a box of chocolates or a bottle of nice wine. Neither of which are expected to be opened while you're there, so don't be offended if she hoards them for herself later.

You could always make some poutine and tell them it is a traditional Canadian Christmas dish!

Or how about just take some Christmas crackers? Most Americans have no idea what they are, but if you have a World Market near you they have them for sale there. And some other specialty stores. Someone last year I think mentioned Pier One or something like that.

Oh awesome! Christmas crackers are a great idea!!!

[brnidokiegurl 0]

try this one

INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

1 (3.4 ounce) package instant pistachio pudding mix

1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained

1 1/2 cups miniature marshmallows

1 (12 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed

1/2 cup flaked coconut

1/2 cup maraschino cherries, drained

DIRECTIONS

In a large bowl, combine pudding mix and pineapple; mix well. Add marshmallows and 3/4 of the container of dessert topping (add more to get a creamier consistency). Toss in the coconut; mix well. Transfer to a serving dish and top with halved cherries and any extra coconut. Chill for at least an hour before serving. Will be good the next day.

there are different varities also look under watergate salad , fruit salad etc my kids call it the green stuff or it can be the pink stuff and you can use fixed fruit

[Amby 490]

I think the xmas crackers are a fab idea! I've seen them at Bed Bath & Beyond and also at Target

Edited December 21, 2008 by Amby

[rebeccajo 14]

appropriate hostess gifts are a box of chocolates or a bottle of nice wine. Neither of which are expected to be opened while you're there, so don't be offended if she hoards them for herself later.

You could always make some poutine and tell them it is a traditional Canadian Christmas dish!

Or how about just take some Christmas crackers? Most Americans have no idea what they are, but if you have a World Market near you they have them for sale there. And some other specialty stores. Someone last year I think mentioned Pier One or something like that.

Oh awesome! Christmas crackers are a great idea!!!

I've been buying our crackers at TJ Maxx for years. They seemed to have a larger batch of them this year than ever before. Makes sense really since they've got TK Maxx across the pond.

As far as the food goes, you could take a cheese ball and the appropriate crackers (the edible kind!). Fine gift shops usually sell packets of spices that can be made up into dips or balls and are really quite yummy. Ask about their most popular sellers.

Edited December 21, 2008 by rebeccajo

[sara535 15]

I made this for a Thanksgiving get together and it was quite a hit:

corn casserole

I also have a recipe for an excellent cheeseball that I make every year at holiday time but I have the recipe in my head and I'll have to think about amounts, let me know if you want me to write it out

Edited December 21, 2008 by sara535