Christmas in July: Holiday Dinner
What better way to celebrate than with a delicious feast featuring local produce from the farmers’ markets!
Holidays in July Feast
A Holiday Feast in July? We should have thought of this sooner! We love the classics, but now we get to re-imagine them with the farmers bounty of summer.
Sides
Berry Salad - Since local berries in December is a dream, we’re going all in
Roasted Root Veggies - Grab whatever combination of root veggies you love
Stuffed Tomatoes - What a summery twist to holiday stuffing!
Veggie Latkes - A classic, farmers market style
Collard Greens - Low and slow is the way to go
Herb & Garlic Mashed Potatoes - Simple, creamy, and good anytime of year
Grilled Zucchini Bruschetta - Grilling for Christmas in July? Yes, please!
Cholodnik - One of our favorites from our Market Kitchen program, we’ll use any excuse to make it
Entrees
Prime Rib - A Christmas classic that is made delectable with local beef
Roast Chicken - Try one of these two recipes for your locally sourced chicken
Tamales - The perfect pork tamales
Desserts
Thumbprint Cookies - You can make jam from fresh-picked fruit, and transform them do delicious treats in the same month!
Strawberry Cheesecakes - A holiday classic topped with fresh Oregon berries
Holiday Feast - Vegan Delights
We get to make our own rules for Christmas in July, so we’re going to feast the whole month! The vegan options below would make the ultimate meal, or grab individual elements for home-cooked inspiration.
Sides
Carrot-Ginger Soup - We are already curled up watching Christmas specials curled up on the couch.
Kale Chips - Try using various kale varieties!
Roasted Potatoes - Crispy, roasted potatoes, without any oil!
Cauliflower Casserole - Cheesy cauliflower perfection!
Arugula-Beet Salad - Fresh roasted beets and tangy dressing never tasted so good!
Entrees
Lentil-Mushroom Meatloaf - This hearty meatloaf will have you dancing at the dinner table
Spinach Lasagna - The perfect lasagna layered with spinach, artichoke, and mushrooms!
Mushroom-potato pot pie - Delicious mushrooms topped with a sweat potato crust!
Quinoa stuffed squash - Stuffed squash? Yes please!
Mushroom Wellington - A classic, savory, entree for your Christmas in July
Desserts
Blackberry Cobbler - Great with peaches too!
Apricot Cake - A soft, delicious cake with a crunchy coconut topping.