December is here. And what that means is family, fun, and lots of cooking. With the busyness of the holidays, you don’t want to prepare complicated meals. These recipes are perfect for a busy cook and will help mealtime come together in no time. When you’re not sure what to cook, turn to these dinner recipes for the busy holiday season. Your family will enjoy them.
Crock Pot Cubed Steak
"When cooked in the slow cooker, cube steak is fork-tender. I love to start this in the morning and it's ready for dinner." - Marcia
Chicken Taco Stuffed Pasta Shells
"This is a family favorite! I have 7 (somewhat) picky eaters and this recipe pleases them all!" - Monica
"Old School" Spaghetti
"Growing up we didn't always have all the ingredients for a spaghetti dinner so my mom would create things with what she had. This recipe became a staple in our neighborhood (Oak Cliff) not just our home." - Tara
Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Pot Roast
"I love slow cooked cuts of beef, they are very easy to make and come out melt-in-your-mouth tender. All of my 'experiments' so far have turned out tasting good and this one here is one of the best." - Hanan
Pepperoni Pizza Pasta
"An easy to make one-pan pasta inspired by pizza with beef, bacon, pepperoni, and mushrooms in a tomato sauce all topped with plenty of melted cheese." - Kevin
Oven Baked Pork Chops
"This is dedicated to my parents. Mama likes the ease of cooking it and Daddy loves it served with rice. The dish makes its own delicious gravy. I came up with this dish too many years ago to mention." - Connie
Stuffed Chicken Breast
"This is in my top 10 favorite meals! It's also a meal frequently requested by family members and visiting friends." - Sara
Tuna Rice Casserole
"Quick, easy, and satisfying. Especially on a cold winter evening when you want something hot and heartwarming." - Julia
French Bread Pizza
"This French Bread Pizza is an easy and budget-friendly meal the whole family will love. It is easily customized with your favorite toppings." - Debbie
Stuffed Bell Peppers Superior
"If you like Souperior Meat Loaf you will like these!! I like to put Mexican cheese on top as we like things hot. My guys eat two a piece, fair warning." - Teena
Meatball Grinders
"These are so good and easy to make. The best thing about it is you can make this in your slow cooker." - Shirley