Food

Never-Fail Christmas Fudge

An easy fudge recipe that takes the trouble out of homemade. Perfect for the holiday season – or any time!

Food

Christmas Eggnog

Folding the egg whites in at the end makes this well-flavored homemade eggnog frothy and light, but still intensely creamy.

Food

Gingerbread Icebox Cheesecake

Attention, non-bakers: this easy gingerbread icebox cheesecake is the no-bake Christmas cake of your dreams!

Food

Dry-Cured Rib Roast

A standing rib roast is an expensive cut, but a worthy holiday splurge. And the technique for making this dry-cured rib roast couldn’t be easier.

Massachusetts

Boston Christmas Guide

Celebrate your best Boston Christmas yet with these favorite spots to eat and stay, plus light displays, craft markets, and festive performances.

New England

9 Best Coastal Christmas Celebrations in New England

From lobster trap trees to Santa’s arrival by boat, coastal Christmas celebrations are a hallmark of New England’s holiday season. Here are nine of our favorite merry meet-ups by the sea.

Appetizers

Best Holiday Party Appetizers

Heading to a holiday party and not sure what appetizer to bring? We think these ten holiday party appetizers are the best!

Breakfast & Brunch

Crisp and Fluffy Waffles

Make every Sunday breakfast one you’ll remember with our crisp and fluffy waffle recipe. Adding cornstarch helps lighten the batter and ensures a crispier result.

Main Dishes

Homemade Manicotti

Made using homemade crepes and an easy sausage-based tomato sauce, this manicotti recipe is a family favorite for senior food editor Amy Traverso.

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