21 Recipes From the December 2021 Issue of Real Simple
Caitlin Bensel
Sweet Stuff
Butterscotch Pudding With Maple Whipped Cream
This silky smooth pudding comes together with just a few pantry staples.
A Cookie for Every Craving
Chocolate Linzer Cookies
These gorgeous and sophisticated holiday cookies will be the highlight of any dessert spread.
The Best Sugar Cookie
This sugar cookie is way more than just a blank canvas for icing and sprinkles. It's actually delicious all on its own.
Marbled Cookies
These gorgeous cookies are perfect for Hanukkah, or even if you're just going for a snow globe vibe.
Salty-Sweet Chunkers
These chewy cookies are loaded with mix-ins and perfect for mailing to far-away friends and family.
Gingerbread Latte Whoopie Pie
Your favorite holiday latte now comes in cookie form.
Cardamom Bun Cookies
These holiday cookies are your ticket to winning the holiday cookie swap. (Not that it's a competition, right?)
A Soiree to Savor
Tarragon French 75 Cocktail
This twist on a classy cocktail is the perfect start to a dinner party.
Hanger Steak With Worcestershire Butter
When it's steakhouse night at your place, this is the recipe to reach for.
Garlic and Parsley Shoestring Fries
Frozen French fries get all dressed up for a delicious night in.
Green Salad With Cornichon Vinaigrette
This simple salad gets extra dimension thanks to briny pickles.
Many-Cheese Cheese Ball
This classic crowd-pleaser gets a French twist.
Chocolate Ganache Tart
This decadent chocolate tart is the perfect dinner party capper.
7 Easy Dinners
Cheesy Chive Waffles with Fried Eggs
Breakfast for dinner, but make it savory.
Pasta with Bacon And Caramelized Cauliflower
A simple technique maximizes flavor in this quick pasta.
Skillet Pork Chops and Beans
Get ready to find comfort in this one.
Warm Chicken Shawarma Salad
A satisfying salad at your fingertips.
Creamy Potato-Cabbage Soup
A quick and cozy soup is what's for dinner.
Tandoori-Spiced Chicken with Coconut Rice
A winner chicken dinner indeed.
Bulgogi-Inspired Beef Tacos
Tacos with a twist and on the table in just 15 minutes.
Better for You
Caramelized Veggies With Poppy Seed Dressing
Give new life to roasted vegetables with a drizzle of a creamy, punchy dressing.