15+ Asparagus Christmas Tree Recipe Cook Up Something Special!
Published on: Mar 25, 2024
If you're looking for a unique and delicious dish to add to your holiday spread, look no further than this asparagus Christmas tree recipe. Not only is it visually stunning, but it also packs a punch of flavor that will have your guests coming back for seconds. Follow along as we take you through the steps to create this festive and tasty dish.
A charcuterie board is a must-have at any holiday gathering, and this Christmas-themed version is no exception. But instead of the usual meats and cheeses, this board features a whole beer can chicken as the centerpiece. Surround it with festive crackers, fruits, and nuts for a beautiful and delicious addition to your holiday spread. The best part? You can use any of the beer can chicken recipes on this list to create your masterpiece.
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How to Roast a Perfect Prime Rib
Main Ingredients: Prime Rib Roast, Coarse Kosher Salt, Ground Cumin
If you're looking to elevate your holiday meal, a perfectly roasted prime rib is the way to go. And what better way to cook it than with the help of a beer can chicken? The beer adds moisture and flavor to the meat, resulting in a juicy and tender prime rib that will have your guests begging for seconds. Follow this recipe for the perfect prime rib every time.
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Asparagus Wrapped In Prosciutto
Main Ingredients: Asparagus, Olive Oil, Pepper, Salt, Prosciutto
Asparagus and prosciutto are a classic flavor combination, and when you add beer can chicken to the mix, magic happens. This recipe calls for wrapping asparagus spears in prosciutto and grilling them alongside the chicken, making for a delicious and flavorful side dish. Plus, the colors of the asparagus and prosciutto make for a festive presentation that is sure to impress.
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Christmas Tree Pull-Apart
Main Ingredients: Pizza Crust, Cream Cheese, Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
This pull-apart bread is not only delicious, but it also makes for a beautiful centerpiece on your holiday table. The dough is shaped into a Christmas tree and filled with a savory mixture of beer can chicken, cream cheese, and herbs. Your guests will love tearing off pieces of bread and dipping them into the flavorful filling.
Looking for a sweet and festive treat to add to your holiday spread? Look no further than these adorable Christmas tree meringue cookies. The meringue is flavored with vanilla and peppermint extract, and the cookies are topped with green food coloring and sprinkles to resemble a Christmas tree. Serve alongside your beer can chicken for a holiday dessert that is sure to be a hit.
If you're looking to switch things up from the traditional turkey or ham for your holiday dinner, why not try a beer can chicken prime rib? This recipe combines the best of both worlds – tender and juicy prime rib with the added flavor and moisture from the beer can chicken. It's a show-stopping main dish that is sure to impress your guests.
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Appetizer Christmas Tree
Main Ingredients: Cone, Cherry Tomatoes, Cheese, Meat, Olives, Dill
This appetizer is not only delicious but also a fun and creative way to serve your beer can chicken. The chicken is shredded and mixed with cream cheese and herbs, then spread onto a Christmas tree-shaped platter. Surround the tree with crackers, veggies, and other snacks for a festive and tasty appetizer that is perfect for holiday parties.
Brownies are a classic dessert, but when you add a holiday twist, they become even better. These Christmas tree brownies are made with a rich and fudgy brownie batter and topped with a green buttercream frosting to resemble a Christmas tree. Add some sprinkles and a star-shaped cookie on top for the perfect finishing touch.
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Bacon Wrapped Asparagus with Gruyere
Main Ingredients: Asparagus, Bacon, Parsley, Garlic, Dijon Mustard
Take your asparagus to the next level with this tasty and indulgent recipe. The asparagus spears are wrapped in bacon and topped with gruyere cheese before being grilled alongside the beer can chicken. The result is a flavorful and decadent side dish that will have your guests asking for the recipe.
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Christmas Tree Cheese Platter
Main Ingredients: Cheddar Cheese, Pepper Jack, Colby Jack Cheese
Another fun and festive way to serve your beer can chicken is by creating a Christmas tree-shaped cheese platter. Use a variety of cheeses, nuts, and fruits to create the tree, and top it off with a few slices of your delicious beer can chicken. This platter is not only delicious but also a beautiful addition to your holiday table.
If you're a fan of puff pastry, then this recipe is for you. The puff pastry is rolled out and cut into the shape of a Christmas tree, then filled with a savory mixture of beer can chicken, cream cheese, and herbs. Bake until golden brown and serve as an appetizer or a side dish for your holiday meal.
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Easy Christmas Tree Brownies
Main Ingredients: Brownie Mix, Icing, Green Food Colouring, Sprinkles
If you're short on time but still want to impress your guests with a festive dessert, these easy Christmas tree brownies are the way to go. Use a boxed brownie mix and top with green buttercream frosting and sprinkles to resemble a Christmas tree. Add a star-shaped cookie on top for the finishing touch.
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Asparagus
Main Ingredients: Asparagus, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Grated Parmesan
Asparagus is a versatile and delicious vegetable that pairs well with many dishes, including beer can chicken. Simply grill or roast the asparagus alongside the chicken for a flavorful and healthy side dish. You can also add some herbs, lemon juice, or parmesan cheese for an extra burst of flavor.
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Garlic Parmesan Asparagus
Main Ingredients: Asparagus, Garlic, Olive Oil, Shredded Parmesan Cheese
If you're looking to elevate your asparagus game, try this garlic parmesan version. The asparagus is roasted with garlic, parmesan cheese, and breadcrumbs, resulting in a flavorful and crispy side dish that is sure to be a hit. Serve alongside your beer can chicken for a delicious and well-rounded meal.
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Christmas Tree Rice Krispie Treats
Main Ingredients: Unsalted Butter, Marshmallows, Green Food Coloring
Rice Krispie treats are a nostalgic and easy dessert to make, and when you add a holiday twist, they become even more fun. These Christmas tree-shaped treats are made with green food coloring and topped with sprinkles and a star-shaped cookie. Perfect for a quick and festive dessert to serve alongside your beer can chicken.
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Christmas Tree Pull-Apart Pizza Bread
Main Ingredients: Finely Grated Parmesan Reggiano Cheese, Pizza Dough
Pizza and beer are a classic combination, so why not incorporate both into your holiday meal? This pull-apart pizza bread is shaped like a Christmas tree and filled with your favorite toppings, including beer can chicken. It's a fun and delicious way to serve your chicken as an appetizer or a main dish.
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Christmas Tree Bread
Main Ingredients: Pizza Dough, Cream Cheese, Provolone Cheese, Garlic
This Christmas tree bread is not only delicious but also a beautiful centerpiece for your holiday table. The dough is shaped into a tree and filled with a flavorful mixture of beer can chicken, cream cheese, and herbs. Bake until golden brown and serve as a side dish or an appetizer.
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Sheet Pan Mini Meat Loaves
Main Ingredients: Nonstick Spray, Large Egg, Yellow Onion, Garlic
If you're craving meatloaf but don't want to spend hours in the kitchen, try this sheet pan version. The meatloaves are made with a mixture of ground beef, beer can chicken, and seasonings, then baked on a sheet pan for an easy and delicious meal. Serve with some roasted vegetables for a well-rounded and flavorful dinner.
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One-Pan Garlic-Parmesan Asparagus
Main Ingredients: Garlic, Asparagus, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Salt, Black
Another easy and delicious way to enjoy asparagus is by making this one-pan garlic-parmesan version. Simply toss the asparagus with garlic, parmesan cheese, and breadcrumbs, and bake until crispy and flavorful. Serve alongside your beer can chicken for a simple yet tasty meal.
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30-Minute Sheet Pan Chicken Caprese
Main Ingredients: Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts, Salt, Black Pepper
If you're looking for a quick and flavorful meal, this 30-minute sheet pan chicken caprese is the way to go. The chicken is marinated in a balsamic vinegar and herb mixture, then topped with mozzarella cheese and roasted alongside asparagus and cherry tomatoes. Serve with a side of crusty bread for a complete and delicious meal.
Ingredients:
For the asparagus Christmas tree:
2 bunches of fresh asparagus
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 sheet of puff pastry
1 egg, beaten
For the dipping sauce:
½ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 clove of garlic, minced
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
2. Prepare the asparagus.
Wash and trim the woody ends off the asparagus spears. In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Coat the asparagus spears in the mixture.
3. Arrange the asparagus into a Christmas tree shape.
Place the asparagus spears on the prepared baking sheet, starting with the longest spears at the bottom and gradually decreasing in size as you work your way towards the top. Leave some space in between each spear to resemble the branches of a Christmas tree.
4. Cut and wrap the puff pastry.
Unroll the sheet of puff pastry and cut it into strips. Wrap each strip around the asparagus spears, starting at the bottom and working your way up. Tuck the ends of the puff pastry in at the top to secure it in place.
5. Brush with beaten egg.
Brush the beaten egg over the puff pastry to create a golden brown crust.
6. Bake for 15-20 minutes.
Place the asparagus Christmas tree in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and the asparagus is tender.
7. Make the dipping sauce.
In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, and salt and pepper to taste.
8. Serve and enjoy!
Remove the asparagus Christmas tree from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Serve with the dipping sauce on the side and enjoy your festive and delicious creation!
Conclusion:
With its stunning appearance and mouthwatering flavors, this asparagus Christmas tree recipe is sure to be a hit at any holiday gathering. Give it a try and impress your guests with your culinary skills. Happy holidays!
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