A Girl, a Gay & a Thermo

42. The Festive Feast Part 2 - Sides, Sauces & Carols Chaos

A Girl, a Gay & a Thermo

Show Notes

It's time for the real stars of Christmas lunch; the sides and the saucy bits that make the meal actually memorable. We're talking crispy potatoes, roast veg that even sprout-haters will eat, family tradition faves, and a very passionate debate about gravy vs all the other sauces (yes, apple, cranberry and mint are all invited).

And because it's December, we're also diving into Carols by Candlelight - where the frocks can be questionable and the notes even more so. Grab a plate, pour the gravy generously and join us for the most delicious supporting acts of Christmas.

Smashed potatoes with rosemary salt https://cookidoo.com.au/recipes/recipe/en-AU/r89824 Potatoes with gremolata https://cookidoo.com.au/recipes/recipe/en-AU/r793916 Potato stacks with parmesan and thyme https://cookidoo.com.au/recipes/recipe/en-AU/r829560 Potato gratin https://cookidoo.com.au/recipes/recipe/en-AU/r802573 Honey parmesan parsnips https://cookidoo.com.au/recipes/recipe/en-AU/r491058 Shredded brussel sprout salad with bacon and cranberries https://cookidoo.com.au/recipes/recipe/en-AU/r820102 Beetroot salad https://cookidoo.com.au/recipes/recipe/en-AU/r66852 Steamed greens with lemon feta https://cookidoo.com.au/recipes/recipe/en-AU/r90565 Apple cider sauce https://cookidoo.com.au/recipes/recipe/en-AU/r555867 Mint sauce https://cookidoo.com.au/recipes/recipe/en-AU/r398530 Gravy https://cookidoo.com.au/recipes/recipe/en-AU/r406851 Cranberry and cherry sauce https://cookidoo.com.au/recipes/recipe/en-AU/r89833

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