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woodsprite

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10. We used to do the all out Christmas meal with either a large ham or turkey, plus all the trimmings.

Sat Dec 22, 2018, 12:42 PM

Dec 2018

As the numbers in the extended family grew (went from 8 gathering at our in-laws house to 18), we've gone to a smorgasbord-type meal. It's worked out well, especially now that our in-laws live in Florida and the rest of us still get together in Delaware. We provide the sandwich fixings, a few sides and appetizers (hot and cold). Everyone who is attending brings a dish plus at least one batch of Christmas cookies to go on the dessert table.

Much less hassle, and kind of fun to see what cookies they all bring!

From your menu, I'd choose the roast

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