6 classic Christmas side dishes that have disappeared from American tables

Christmas dinner may revolve around a honey-glazed ham or prime rib today, but for generations of Americans, it was the side dishes that truly defined the holiday table.

Long before trendy TikTok foods, freezer-aisle staples and sheet-pan shortcuts, Christmas spreads featured labor-intensive recipes that were passed down and cooked fresh once a year. 

Creamed vegetables, piped potatoes and slow-braised winter produce reflected regional roots and Old World traditions.

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