Christmas Recipes to Share: A Tuscan-Inspired Holiday Menu

This Christmas, bring a taste of Tuscany to your table with these four comforting, crowd-pleasing recipes, perfect for hosting, sharing, and celebrating together.

Christmas Antipasto Board

Ingredients:

• 3 oz Prosciutto Toscano or Capocollo (or more)

• 3 oz Salami of choice, sliced (or more)

• 3 oz Pancetta & Guanciale diced (or more)

• 5 oz Pecorino Toscano, cut into wedges (or more)

• 5 oz Mozzarella or Fresh Burrata (or more)

• Olives, nuts, and breadsticks for garnish

• Crusty bread, sliced

Directions:

1. Arrange cured meats and cheese on a large board.

2. Add olives, nuts, and breadsticks around the board for visual appeal and variety.

3. Serve immediately, allowing guests to pick and choose their favorites.

   
   

Tip: Include small bowls of condiments like honey, mustard, or fig jam for a festive touch.

Prosciutto-Wrapped Vegetables

Ingredients:

• 8–10 asparagus spears or green beans, trimmed

• 1 small zucchini, cut into thin strips

• 8–10 roasted bell pepper strips

• 8–10 small Brussels sprouts, halved and blanched

• 3 oz Prosciutto Toscano, thinly sliced (or more)

  
  

Directions:

1. Lightly blanch asparagus, green beans, and halved Brussels sprouts in boiling water for 2–3 minutes, then cool in ice water.

2. Roast zucchini strips and bell peppers until tender.

3. Wrap each vegetable individually with a slice of Prosciutto Toscano. For Brussels sprouts, wrap around the cut side to secure.

4. Arrange on a platter and serve as an elegant appetizer.

Tip: Garnish with a light sprinkle of lemon zest on top for a fresh, festive flavor.

Pasta with Guanciale (or Pancetta), Zucchini & Pecorino Toscano

Ingredients (serves 4-5):

• 16 oz pasta (pici or fettuccine)

• 3 oz guanciale or pancetta, diced

• 2 medium zucchinis, thinly sliced (reserve 1/3 for blending)

• 1 oz Pecorino Toscano, finely grated (or more)

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• Black pepper, to taste

Directions:

1. Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.

2. In a pan, heat olive oil and render guanciale until crispy.

3. Add sliced zucchini (except the reserved portion) and sauté 3–4 minutes until tender.

4. Blend the reserved zucchini portion until smooth, then add to the pan with the guanciale to create a creamier sauce.

5. Toss in pasta and Pecorino Toscano, adding pasta water gradually to achieve desired creaminess.

6. Season with black pepper and serve immediately.

Tip: Blending a portion of zucchini adds a silky texture and beautiful green hue to your pasta, perfect for a festive Christmas presentation.

Roasted Potatoes with Italian Sausages & Rosemary

Ingredients

• 1 lb of small potatoes, cut into chunks

• 4 Italian sausages

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 2–3 sprigs fresh rosemary

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

  
  

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.

2. Toss potatoes with olive oil, rosemary, salt, and pepper.

3. Arrange sausages and potatoes on a baking tray in a single layer.

4. Roast 30–40 minutes, turning once, until golden and cooked through.

5. Serve hot straight from the oven.

   
   

Perfect for Christmas Eve dinner or a relaxed Christmas Day meal.

Christmas Savory Tart with Cured Meats, Cheese & Vegetables

Ingredients (serves 4–6):

• 1 sheet puff pastry or shortcrust pastry

• 3 oz salami or pancetta, chopped

• 3 oz Pecorino Toscano, grated

• 1 cup seasonal vegetables (spinach, zucchini, onions, peppers), chopped

• 2 oz mozzarella or fontina, shredded (optional for extra creaminess)

• 1 cup seasonal vegetables (spinach, zucchini, onions, peppers), chopped

• 3 eggs

• 1/2 cup milk or cream

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.

2. Line a tart pan with pastry and prick the base with a fork.

3. Scatter chopped cured meats, vegetables, Pecorino Toscano, and shredded mozzarella (or fontina) evenly over the base.

4. In a bowl, whisk eggs with milk or cream, season with salt and black pepper, then pour over the filling.

5. Bake 25–30 minutes until the tart is set and golden on top.

6. Let cool slightly before slicing; serve warm or at room temperature.

   
   

Tip: Adding a soft melting cheese like mozzarella or fontina makes the tart extra creamy and perfect for a holiday brunch or appetizer table.

A Christmas Table Made for Sharing

These recipes capture the spirit of Italian Christmas: quality ingredients, simple preparations, and the joy of sharing food with loved ones. Whether you’re assembling an antipasto board or serving a warm pasta dish, authentic cured meats and cheeses bring depth, tradition, and heart to every bite.

Buon Natale and happy holidays! 🎄✨

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