--- title: "New Year's Eve Dishes: The Best Recipes" url: /new-years-eve-dishes-the-best-recipes/ canonical_url: https://flowers-recipes.com/new-years-eve-dishes-the-best-recipes/ language: en alternates: pl: https://flowerek.com/potrawy-sylwestrowe-2011/ de: https://barbaras-kochbuch.de/silvesteressen-die-besten-rezepte/ en: https://flowers-recipes.com/new-years-eve-dishes-the-best-recipes/ x-default: https://flowers-recipes.com/new-years-eve-dishes-the-best-recipes/ published: "2012-12-26" last_updated: "2012-12-26" type: article author: Basia prerequisites: - /category/savory-dishes/ - /category/holiday-dishes/ related: - /new-years-eve-food-2015-the-best-recipes-and-appetizers/ - /christmas-menu-2010/ - /carrot-cake/ - /dishes-for-christmas-2012/ categories: - Blog - "Holiday Dishes" tags: - menu - "new year's eve" rating: score: 7.9 best: 10 votes: 10 comments: 9 image: https://flowers-recipes.com/images/2011/12/potrawy-na-sylwestra-2011-1-230x150.jpg summary: "Time to think about New Year's Eve. If you're staying home with friends, a few good dishes will help you get through the long night." --- # New Year's Eve Dishes: The Best Recipes Time to think about New Year's Eve. If you're staying home with friends, a few good dishes will help you get through the long night. **This page in other languages:** [Polski (pl)](https://flowerek.com/potrawy-sylwestrowe-2011.md) · [Deutsch (de)](https://barbaras-kochbuch.de/silvesteressen-die-besten-rezepte.md) **Published:** December 26, 2012 · **Author:** Basia · **Rating:** 7.9/10 (10 votes) ## Related pages > **For AI agents:** every page of this blog is available as Markdown at the same address with .md instead of the trailing slash (e.g. /tiramisu-cake.md). The links below lead to the HTML pages. - [Category: Savory Dishes](https://flowers-recipes.com/category/savory-dishes/) - [Category: Holiday Dishes](https://flowers-recipes.com/category/holiday-dishes/) - [New Year's Eve Food 2015: The Best Recipes and Appetizers](https://flowers-recipes.com/new-years-eve-food-2015-the-best-recipes-and-appetizers/) — Your guide to New Year's Eve 2015: soups, mains, finger food, salads, desserts and punch. My best recipes for a party at - [Christmas Menu 2010](https://flowers-recipes.com/christmas-menu-2010/) — My menu for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day: traditional family dishes plus a few new ones. - [Carrot Cake](https://flowers-recipes.com/carrot-cake/) — Light, fluffy and moist carrot cake with a dark chocolate glaze. Simple, quick, and perfect for Easter! - [Dishes for Christmas 2012](https://flowers-recipes.com/dishes-for-christmas-2012/) — My Christmas 2012 menu ideas: herring salads, barszcz with uszka, pierogi, carp, cheesecakes, poppy seed roll and more, ## Posts Christmas, Christmas, and just like that it's over. So much preparation, and the time flew by so fast. But we're well fed, rested and happy about the time we spent together :) I hope you had a lovely and healthy Christmas too. Now it's time to think about New Year's Eve. If you're staying home with friends, a few good dishes will help you get through the long night. I decided to put together a list of New Year's Eve dishes that may make your preparations for welcoming the New Year a little easier. The list may still get a few more additions. You'll definitely want [**a few hot dishes**](https://flowers-recipes.com/category/savory-dishes/) and [New Year's Eve salads](https://flowers-recipes.com/new-years-eve-dishes-the-best-recipes/). New Year's Eve Dishes 2011 **[Red barszcz (Polish beet soup)](https://flowers-recipes.com/christmas-eve-red-barszcz-polish-beet-soup/)**, a repeat of Christmas Eve. But it's a perfect New Year's Eve dish. It's warming and easy to make. barszcz This time we won't need uszka (little dumplings) for the barszcz, but **[pierogi with cabbage and mushrooms](https://flowers-recipes.com/pierogi-with-sauerkraut-and-mushrooms-filling-recipe/)** will be just right. ![cabbage with mushrooms, pierogi filling](https://flowers-recipes.com/images/2010/12/kapusta-z-grzybami-230x150.jpg "cabbage with mushrooms, pierogi filling") cabbage with mushrooms, pierogi filling Or **[pierogi with lentils](https://flowers-recipes.com/pierogi-with-lentils-by-m-kuro-filling-recipe/)**, which go well with barszcz, but also without it. I like them best pan-fried. pierogi with lentils by M. Kuroń **[Potato soup](https://flowers-recipes.com/creamy-parmentier-potato-soup-potage-parmentier/)** is also a great fit for a New Year's Eve menu. It's not complicated to make. creamy Parmentier potato soup Among the soups, **[cream of leek soup](https://flowers-recipes.com/wonderful-cream-of-leek-soup-with-bacon/)** is also perfect. It's also simple and quick to make, and on top of that it's cheap. wonderful cream of leek soup with bacon [**Potato soup with parsnip**](https://flowers-recipes.com/potato-parsnip-soup-and-my-blogs-second-birthday/), warming, hearty, delicate and creamy. potato soup with parsnip If you have more time for preparations, I recommend the delicious **[French onion soup](https://flowers-recipes.com/french-onion-soup/).** ![French onion soup](https://flowers-recipes.com/images/2011/02/francuska-zupa-cebulowa.jpg "French onion soup") French onion soup And for those who love culinary adventures, the **[Thai banana soup](https://flowers-recipes.com/thai-banana-soup-with-chili/)** is absolutely in place, and it warms you up wonderfully. banana soup with chili Maybe you have some leftover fish from Christmas? **[Fish soup](https://flowers-recipes.com/fish-soup-two-ways/)** is excellent on a cold winter day, too. It warms you up nicely and lifts your mood. fish soup With a large number of guests, **[chili con carne](https://flowers-recipes.com/chili-con-carne/)** is the best. You can, and really should, make it the day before. chili con carne Roasts and poultry are a perfect fit for a New Year's Eve dish. Especially if you're planning a hot dinner. **[Jamie Oliver's chicken in milk](https://flowers-recipes.com/chicken-in-milk/)** is inexpensive and incredibly easy. Chicken prepared this way turns out perfect and tender, with crispy, browned skin. chicken in milk Another chicken, which is basically a whole meal. Just add a salad on the side and dinner is ready. The chorizo gives the **[Spanish chicken](https://flowers-recipes.com/spanish-style-chicken-by-jamie-oliver/)** a slightly spicy and “smoky” flavor. Spanish chicken It's the same story with [**roasted chicken with potatoes and zucchini**.](https://flowers-recipes.com/roast-chicken-with-potatoes-and-zucchini/) It's another simple New Year's Eve dish that's sure to turn out well. roasted chicken with potatoes and zucchini **[Lazy (or busy) gołąbki](https://flowers-recipes.com/lazy-go-bki-lazy-stuffed-cabbage-rolls/)** (cabbage rolls) are an excellent solution too. The patties are shaped quickly. You get quite a lot of them, but they taste just as good reheated, and you can freeze the extras. lazy gołąbki **[Hussar's roast (pieczeń huzarska)](https://flowers-recipes.com/piecze-huzarska-hussars-roast/)** takes a bit more time to prepare, but it's worth it. Hussar's roast The last meat suggestion for a New Year's Eve dish is [**pork tenderloin with apricots**.](https://flowers-recipes.com/pork-tenderloin-with-apricots/) The apricots give the tenderloin freshness and a lightly sweet flavor. pork tenderloin with apricots **Finger food** dishes are very convenient for a New Year's Eve party. The most popular snacks are probably small sandwiches. The base for them is most often a [**baguette.**](https://flowers-recipes.com/world-bread-day-baguette/) Of course, it's best when you bake it yourself. Baguette **[Falafel](https://flowers-recipes.com/falafel-with-arugula-salad-and-tahini-sauce/)** can be served with lettuce, but it's also an excellent snack. Falafel with arugula salad and tahini sauce [**Eggs stuffed with salmon spread**](https://flowers-recipes.com/eggs-stuffed-with-salmon-spread/), not just for Easter. Instead of the eggs, you can also use pumpernickel. ![Eggs stuffed with salmon spread](https://flowers-recipes.com/images/2012/03/jajka-faszerowane-lososiem-230x150.jpg) Eggs stuffed with salmon spread [**Tomato appetizer**](https://flowers-recipes.com/tomato-appetizer/), smelling of summer vacation, but tasting great in any season. tomato appetizer [**Herring with curry sauce,**](https://flowers-recipes.com/herring-with-curry-sauce/) served with toothpicks, will tempt everyone to keep nibbling. Herring with curry sauce **[Dates stuffed with blue cheese](https://flowers-recipes.com/dates-stuffed-with-blue-cheese/)** are a great accompaniment to wine. Dates stuffed with blue cheese [**Goat cheese appetizer with prosciutto and sage**](https://flowers-recipes.com/goat-cheese-appetizer-with-prosciutto-and-sage/), goes well with wine, very simple and quick, and aromatic at the same time. Goat cheese appetizer with pancetta and sage [**Salmon appetizer**](https://flowers-recipes.com/salmon-appetizer/), uncomplicated but very appetizing. Salmon appetizer [**Zucchini omelet**](https://flowers-recipes.com/zucchini-omelet-and-a-contest-that-smells-of-spain/), straight from Spain. Zucchini omelet **[Mini hot dogs](https://flowers-recipes.com/mini-hot-dogs/)** - incredibly easy, cheap and quick. These little yeast rolls with a hot dog inside are perfect for nibbling or as a side with beer. ![mini hot dogs](https://flowers-recipes.com/images/2011/11/mini-hot-dogi-230x150.jpg "mini hot dogs") mini hot dogs [Puff pastry with apple and gorgonzola](https://flowers-recipes.com/puff-pastry-with-apples-and-gorgonzola-cheese/) with walnuts added. Little pockets with an unusual filling, but they go great with alcohol, and even with soups. Puff pastry with apple and gorgonzola An even faster and easier New Year's Eve dish is **[breadsticks wrapped in bacon](https://flowers-recipes.com/twisted-bacon-sticks/).** breadsticks wrapped in bacon Savory **[muffins with bell pepper and feta](https://flowers-recipes.com/bell-pepper-and-feta-muffins/)**, which you can make the day before. muffins with bell pepper and feta **[Cheese cookies](https://flowers-recipes.com/crumbly-cheese-cookies/)**, perfect with beer. crisp cheese cookies **[Little pretzels (precelki)](https://flowers-recipes.com/little-pretzels/)** are also perfect for nibbling. You can make them as plain round cookies, either sweet or salty. Pretzels Tasty, light and foolproof **[cheese balls in an herb coating](https://flowers-recipes.com/cheese-balls-in-a-green-coating-of-wild-garlic-dandelion-chives-and-nettle-and-a-few-words/)** and **[grapes in gorgonzola](https://flowers-recipes.com/grapes-in-gorgonzola-and-nuts-dinner-menu-part-i/).** cheese balls in a green coating grapes in gorgonzola and nuts And always good for nibbling **[in between - cebulaki (savory onion snacks).](https://flowers-recipes.com/cebulaki/)** cebulaki **[Spring onion skewers](https://flowers-recipes.com/green-onion-skewers/),** which are perfect as a side with meats or simply as a snack. ![Spring onion skewers](https://flowers-recipes.com/images/2011/06/szaszlyki-z-dymki1-230x150.jpg "Spring onion skewers") Spring onion skewers **[Omelet rolls with baba ghanouj and roasted bell pepper](https://flowers-recipes.com/eggplant-dip-baba-ghanouj-and-an-omelet-and-roasted-pepper-appetizer/)**. Simple, tasty and colorful. Omelet rolls with baba ghanouj And for raw veggies, as a dip, **[yogurt sauce](https://flowers-recipes.com/yogurt-sauce-for-broccoli-and-more/).** yogurt sauce for vegetables **[Baba ghanouj, a dip made from roasted (or grilled) eggplant](https://flowers-recipes.com/eggplant-dip-baba-ghanouj-and-an-omelet-and-roasted-pepper-appetizer/).** Excellent with sandwiches (I like it best with pumpernickel), crackers and raw veggies. Baba ghanouj eggplant dip/spread If you're planning to serve **bread** or small sandwiches, various spreads will be perfect, like **[tuna spread](https://flowers-recipes.com/tuna-spread-with-olives/), [leek and cheese spread](https://flowers-recipes.com/leek-and-cheese-bread-spread/), [mackerel spread](https://flowers-recipes.com/smoked-mackerel-and-egg-spread/) or [salmon rillettes](https://flowers-recipes.com/salmon-rillettes/).** ![tuna spread with olives](https://flowers-recipes.com/images/2011/11/pasta-z-tunczyka1.jpg "tuna spread with olives") tuna spread with olives leek spread for bread mackerel and egg spread ![salmon rillettes](https://flowers-recipes.com/images/2011/10/rillettes-z-lososia-230x150.jpg "salmon rillettes") salmon rillettes Among the **salads**, I suggest the salad with **[bulgur and roasted vegetables](https://flowers-recipes.com/bulgur-with-roasted-grilled-vegetables/), the [neighbor's salad](https://flowers-recipes.com/neighbors-salad/)** and the **[light salmon salad](https://flowers-recipes.com/light-salmon-salad-with-mustard-dill-sauce/).** ![bulgur with vegetables](https://flowers-recipes.com/images/2011/07/bulgur-z-warzywami-z-grilla1-230x150.jpg "bulgur with vegetables") bulgur with vegetables Neighbor's salad ![light salmon salad with mustard-dill sauce](https://flowers-recipes.com/images/2011/07/lekka-salatka-z-lososiem-i-sosem-musztardowo-koperkowym1.jpg "light salmon salad with mustard-dill sauce") light salmon salad with mustard-dill sauce [**Waldorf salad**](https://flowers-recipes.com/waldorf-salad/), fresh, delicate and light. Waldorf salad If you want to surprise your guests with an [elegant dish](https://flowers-recipes.com/grapes-in-gorgonzola-and-nuts-dinner-menu-part-i/), I suggest **[scallops with cauliflower puree](https://flowers-recipes.com/scallops-with-cauliflower-pur-e-and-caper-raisin-sauce-or-dinner-menu-part-ii/).** scallops with cauliflower puree and caper-raisin sauce But there can't be a party without **[dessert](https://flowers-recipes.com/category/desserts/).** **[Baked apples](https://flowers-recipes.com/baked-apples-with-raisins-and-almonds-and-a-second-drawing-for-the-pre-christmas-giveaway/)** are already a winter classic that kids and grown-ups alike will love. Baked apples with raisins and almonds You can make the **[leftover challah dessert](https://flowers-recipes.com/leftover-challah-dessert/)** ahead of time. The top of this dessert is sweet and crunchy, slightly toasted. The inside, on the other hand, is a bit like pudding in texture. ![leftover challah dessert](https://flowers-recipes.com/images/2011/10/chalkowy-deser1-230x150.jpg "leftover challah dessert") leftover challah dessert A cake that is still a hit at my house even after years, and I think everyone likes it - **[rafaello](https://flowers-recipes.com/rafaello-coconut-cake/).** It can't be missing from a New Year's Eve menu. ![rafaello](https://flowers-recipes.com/images/2011/10/rafaello1.jpg "rafaello") rafaello The **[cheese and currant cup](https://flowers-recipes.com/cream-cheese-and-currant-dessert-cups/)** is a dessert that's very quick to make, but you can also make it the day before and take it out of the fridge a dozen or so minutes before serving. You can use any frozen or fresh fruit. cheese and currant cup These little ones are impossible to resist. They're adorable and tasty. They practically jump into your hands - **[vanilla mini cupcakes with farmer's cheese frosting](https://flowers-recipes.com/vanilla-cupcakes-with-farmers-cheese-frosting/)** vanilla mini cupcakes Also small, delicate and heavenly tasty, crisp on the outside and chewy on the inside… **[macarons.](https://flowers-recipes.com/small-pretty-delicate-colorful-and-so-sweet-macarons/)** You can make them any color you like. macarons Another hit that my family never gets tired of. Also simple and quick to make, and on top of that delicious: the **[no-bake name day cake (almond cake).](https://flowers-recipes.com/no-bake-name-day-cake/)** ![no-bake name day cake](https://flowers-recipes.com/images/2010/12/torcik-imieninowy.jpg "no-bake name day cake") no-bake name day cake And finally, **[New Year's faworki roses](https://flowers-recipes.com/new-years-faworki-roses/), [donuts](https://flowers-recipes.com/donuts-doughnuts-p-czki-donaty-or-p-czki-with-a-hole/)** and **[faworki (crispy fried pastry ribbons, also called chrusty)](https://flowers-recipes.com/almond-faworki/),** which I think everyone knows. faworki roses donuts almond faworki [**Schmalzgebäck**](https://flowers-recipes.com/square-bite-size-doughnuts-schmalzgeb-ck/), tiny and very addictive doughnuts from Germany. Bite-sized doughnuts / Schmalzgebäck **Gniazdka (nests), Spanish pączki or Viennese pączki**. No matter what they're called, they're known and loved by many. ![Gniazdka (nests), Viennese pączki, Spanish pączki](https://flowers-recipes.com/images/2012/01/gniazdka3.jpg) Gniazdka (nests), Viennese pączki, Spanish pączki And to drink, **[punch](https://flowers-recipes.com/punch/).** Seriously warming and seriously good :) I suggest getting rum, white wine, a few extras and punch cups ready, and I wish you lots of fun! punch **[Apple punch](https://flowers-recipes.com/apple-punch/),** delicious with or without alcohol. If you're planning to spend New Year's Eve outdoors, I suggest taking the punch along in a thermos, and it will warm you up perfectly. Apple punch I hope you'll find something for yourself among my suggestions for New Year's Eve dishes. I wish you happy preparations and a bubbly, fun-filled night :) ## Comments (9) - **tuptusia** · 2011-12-28 17:42 I'm still munching on makowiec, and you're already suggesting New Year's Eve dishes :) But it's such a great collection, I'll use something in January for my birthday! :) - **flowerek (Author)** · 2011-12-28 18:48 · reply Thank you Tuptusiu, my makowiec is long gone :) A few more things will still get added to the list :) - **Natalia** · 2011-12-29 13:08 Great article, some of these dishes will definitely show up on my table on New Year's Eve ;) - **flowerek (Author)** · 2011-12-29 23:33 · reply I'm so glad the suggestions will come in handy. - **wladzia** · 2011-12-30 18:54 What a beautiful selection, there's plenty to choose from. At my place there'll be chicken and wrapped breadsticks, maybe onion soup too because it's delicious. Happy New Year 2012 and lots more wonderful culinary ideas in the new year. - **Julia** · 2012-12-31 13:03 Really great ideas for New Year's Eve night. At my place there will definitely be cheese cookies, pretzels, chicken in milk, and the onion soup my kids love so much. Wishing you a Happy New Year :) - **flowerek (Author)** · 2013-01-02 21:59 · reply I hope your New Year's Eve was great and delicious :) I wish you a Happy New Year too :) - **trylak** · 2013-12-29 09:21 Veeery useful recipes! This year I'm definitely making cheese cookies, onion soup, onion rings and bacon breadsticks :) I just don't know yet which main dish to pick, but it will definitely be one of the dishes from these recipes :) Thank you for the invaluable help! - **flowerek (Author)** · 2013-12-29 12:59 I'm so glad you like my suggestions. I wish you lots of fun, great food, and a wonderful New Year :) --- [Recipes A to Z](https://flowers-recipes.com/recipes/) · [Sitemap](https://flowers-recipes.com/sitemap.xml)