7 things that must not be missing from your Christmas dinner

Read in SpanishIt's typical to spend weeks planning your Christmas dinner, and at the last minute, you forget to buy an ingredient or prepare the sauce. With the rush, it's very common for something to end up missing, which is why we made this list of the 7 things that must be included in your Christmas dinner.Appetizer. Although chips, peanuts, and pork rinds are the favorite snacks in many Mexican homes, for Christmas dinner, we suggest preparing a slightly more elaborate option. Perhaps a cheese platter with ham, a creamy dip, or some canapés.APPETIZERS FOR CHRISTMASBread. It's true that for most of the year in Mexico, we accompany meals with tortillas, but for Christmas dinner, a delicious freshly baked bread is more appealing. If you don’t have time to show off with homemade bread, buy one from the bakery and pop it in the oven for a few minutes to serve it warm.BREAD YOU CAN MAKE AT HOMEDesserts. This is one of the most special dinners of the year, so dessert is a must to end the night on a high note. From a traditional chocolate cake to the typical Yule log, there are thousands of options. To make it easier to serve, prepare the dessert in individual portions.Dips and Sauces. To accompany the mashed potatoes or meat, spicy or sweet and sour. There are many types of sauces, and surely there’s one that will make your Christmas menu taste spectacular. Don’t leave the sauce preparation until the last minute. Remember that many preparations, especially hot ones, taste better when they rest.Side Dishes.Turkey or loin are very delicious dishes, but obviously, you can't serve them alone. You can choose pasta, salad, potatoes (in any form), vegetables, or whatever comes to mind! Choose the side dish based on the main dish so the flavors pair well.DELICIOUS SIDE DISHES TO PREPARE AT HOMESpecial Dinner. This isn’t just any dinner; it’s Christmas dinner. Get creative, invest time, and cook a super special dinner for this highly anticipated occasion. To ensure your gathering is a success, we recommend purchasing all ingredients in advance and starting the preparation a day before. Special Drinks. Although it's obvious, sometimes we can forget. We need to think about drinks for the meal, for the appetizer, to accompany dessert, and, of course, for toasting. To make it easier, you can serve fruit punch, a refreshing drink, coffee, and some type of sparkling wine. That way, you’ll have drinks for every taste.TOP 10 BEST DRINKS TO PREPARE