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Five Ingredient Holiday Dinner

By Linda Larsen, About.com

Salmon is a special food that's perfect for an easy celebration. And cooking it in the microwave ensures that it will stay moist and tender. What more could you want? Well, how about just five ingredients for each recipe in this special dinner menu?

Five Ingredient Christmas Menu

  • Microwave Salmon with Orange Sauce
    This simple recipe is elegant and ready in about 18 minutes or less.
  • Baked Rice Pilaf
    This easy side dish, which bakes to perfection in the oven, is perfect to soak up the delicious orange sauce.
  • Endive Pea and Avocado Salad
    Okay, this isn't five ingredients - but I'll transform it in front of your eyes! Watch: substitute a purchased vinaigrette for the oil, vinegar, salt, sugar, pepper, and parsley. Snap!
  • Herb Pull-Apart Bread
    This super simple recipe is flavorful and fun to make; perfect for your special dinner.
  • Blender Pots de Creme
    You can make this super simple dessert ahead of time, and to serve, take out of the fridge and top with a squirt of whipped cream.

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