Christmas Day

One of the most special days of the year

I like to call this special occasion menu The Casa De Collins because like us, it’s a little bit rustic, it’s simple, a bit extravagant, and full of love. For us, it’s us on a table, and that is what Feast and Merriment is all about.

Cocktail Snack

Candied Pecans

These sweet and spicy pecans are perfect to serve with cocktails or over vanilla ice cream! They also make a great homemade gift.

Roasted Shrimp Cocktail

Good Shrimp Cocktail should be meaty, dry, and slightly briny. It should have tons of flavor all on its own.

Ina Garten’s Slow Roasted Beef Tenderloin Recipe

Ina Garten’s filet of beef tenderloin is cooked at a low temperature which ensures an even medium-rare cook from edge to edge. The perfect recipe for a special occasion meal!

Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes

Everyone loves mashed potatoes- except the cook making them! With these tips for make ahead mashed potatoes, the cook can enjoy the mash as much as the guests.

Parmesan Roasted Broccoli

Infused with fresh lemon, loads of parmesan, and toasted nuts, this parmesan roasted broccoli recipe is in a league of its own.

Apple Crostata

This Apple Crostata is much easier to make than apple pie and loaded with wonderful, autumn flavors. It’s a quintessential rustic dessert and I just love it.