Christmas Lunch

I don't know about you, but holiday meals in my home can sometimes get away from me. I research recipes, make all of these super big meal plans, purchase all the ingredients, and then by the time I get it all prepared, I'm too pooped to really enjoy it. Almost always I need a nap after lunch on holidays because it's so much WORK to get everything just perfect.

So this year, I kept it simple simple simple. And I'm totally OKAY with that. I mean, what is even the point of Christmas? To remember the birth of our Savior, to spend time with our families, to rest and just enjoy one another, right? So I didn't slave over the meal for hours this year. I didn't even make a huge trip to the store... I tried to use up some of the things already on hand and made a quick trip through the express lane for the few items that I did need.

For anyone who wants a super simple holiday meal suggestion, here goes:

Jello cups (I made red to go with the Christmas theme)
Roast beef, carrots and potatoes in one baking dish (325 degrees for 3 hours, 15 min; Seasoned with spices, bouillon and onion; Add 1.5 cup water; Cover with foil) - I actually threw this together the night before and then it was in the oven while we opened presents. It worked out nicely.
Rolls
Apple Crisp (My MIL actually made this and brought it over. YUM!)

We had a ton of rolls left over for some reason. So after the company left, I used the rolls to make a delicious bread pudding with items on hand. My family enjoyed sitting around the table for the evening dessert that I hadn't planned. I spent the majority of my day with family, just hanging out. Exactly the way I prefer my holidays, as opposed to getting crazy tired in the kitchen. Good day!!