40 Best New Year's Eve Dinner Recipes for One Last Feast
It's the last meal before 2025 so enjoy it.
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Before you break out the party hats and pop a bottle of champagne, there's one New Year's tradition that shouldn't be forgotten: eating the last meal of the year! Whether you sit down to an elegant dinner or host a cocktail party with lots of small bites, this list has all the New Year's Eve recipes you need to ring in 2025. There are plenty of party dips, decadent main courses, and even a few good luck New Year's foods. Best of all, they're easy to make so you can get back to singing the best karaoke songs or simply making memories with your friends and family.
Not sure where to begin planning your holiday meal? Start with a few fancy New Year's Eve appetizers and festive New Year's cocktails. The melty baked brie, shrimp dip, and crab-stuffed mushrooms pair perfectly with the crowd-friendly champagne punch! Then focus on the main course. With options for easy baked pasta recipes, seafood, and steak dinners, there's something for everyone here. In fact, the surf and turf dinner is the best of both worlds! Round out the meal with delicious sides like Ree's Hoppin' John and a fresh collard green salad. But don't forget an impressive New Year's dessert! Millionaire's shortbread will wow any crowd with its buttery, sweet layers.
Cosmopolitan Cocktail
A round of these pretty pink cocktails will keep party guests in a bubbly mood. They're a mix of wintry citrus flavors—cranberry and orange—and served in coupe glasses each with a zesty garnish.
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Easy Baked Brie
Elevate any cheese board by adding this wheel of melty baked brie. It's smooth, creamy and slightly sweet thanks to a touch of honey—perfect for spreading on toasted bread or crackers.
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Cheese Straws
Put your holiday stash of frozen puff pastry to work in this delicious snack. Serve these twisted bites as an appetizer with a glass of champagne or fill your bread basket with them for the big dinner.
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Stuffed Beef Tenderloin
Fancy restaurants tend to be fussy and expensive on New Year's Eve. Instead, try making a restaurant-worthy dinner right at home with Ree's tender stuffed beef tenderloin.
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Little Smokies
New Year's Eve is a time for nostalgia as much as it is about looking ahead—and that includes the food! Little smokies are just as good as you remember them: tangy, sweet, and smothered in sauce.
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Melting Potatoes
The name says it all: These potatoes are golden and caramelized on the outside while silky smooth and tender on the inside.
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Popcorn Shrimp
Battered golden brown, popcorn shrimp is always a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Just don't forget the cocktail sauce and lemon wedges!
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Shrimp Alfredo
This is one of Ree's favorite shrimp dishes and it's easy to see why: It's rich and creamy yet fresh with the taste of succulent shellfish. Best of all, it's ready in 30 minutes!
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Spinach Puffs
These cheesy, puffy bites might sound fancy but don't worry. You can make them ahead and freeze them for easy entertaining.
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White Lasagna
A cheesy baked casserole is perfect for any winter occasion and lasagna version is no exception. Instead of your typical meat, try yellow squash for a vegetarian twist.
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Hoppin' John
This traditional black-eyed pea dish is often eaten as a symbol of luck in the upcoming year. It's delicious served over rice (another symbolic New Year's food!).
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Steak Diane
A rich and savory sauce takes this easy steak dinner to the next level. As Ree says, it's "pure, unadulterated bliss."
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Pimento Cheese Thumbprint Crackers
These little bites will surprise everyone at the party. They're cheesy and spicy with a hint of chipotle chile powder and a pepper jelly filling.
French Onion Potatoes au Gratin
If potatoes au gratin weren't decadent enough, this recipe adds layers of caramelized onion and melty gruyere cheese. It's perfect for serving up with chicken or steak!
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Fried Deviled Eggs
Crisp up your favorite party snack by covering these deviled eggs in a golden panko and parmesan shell. They're both crunchy and smooth with every bite.
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Chicken Cordon Bleu
A retro dinner is a fun way to celebrate the new year. With this classic dish, the crispy chicken is rolled up with ham and cheese, then served with salad or mashed potatoes.
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Crab Rangoon
This crowd-pleasing appetizer has a creamy filling and crunchy, golden exterior that everybody loves. Serve it up with sweet chili sauce for dipping!
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Steak au Poivre
Why go to a steakhouse, when you can make this decadent dish right at home?! Don't be shy with covering the peppercorn-crusted filet in the rich and savory sauce.
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Shrimp Dip
This creamy dip is loaded with succulent shrimp, then topped with a layer of flavorful cocktail sauce. Serve it up with crackers and watch everybody dig in!
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Blue Cheese and Pear Flatbread
The combination of tangy blue cheese and sweet pear slices is sure to become a new favorite. Grab some store-bought pizza dough to keep things easy.
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