Centerpieces are key to any holiday feast. No, not the tree in your living room or some mistletoe overhead -- the centerpiece we're referring to is in your oven.
Roasts are made for the holidays. They're warm, succulent and satisfying enough to feed a crowd of two or twenty, and still provide you with leftovers the next day. And all they require is some simple flavors and a little lovin' in your oven. If you're nice, you might even be allowed to do the honors.
New Year's Day Fresh Ham by wssmom
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Penny-Pinching Arugula Stuffed Eye Round by wssmom
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Ann Seranne's Rib Roast of Beef by Genius Recipes
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Pomegranate Roast Lamb by Savour
Matilda, Maple & Garlic Pork Shoulder with Crispy Skin by ENunn
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Luciana's Porchetta by Aliwaks
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Roasted Prime Rib with Sauteed Mushrooms and Mom's Creamy Horseradish Sauce by Waverly
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Porcini and Rosemary Crusted Beef Tenderloin with Port Wine Sauce by TasteFood
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