What Do You Eat on Boxing Day?
If you’re like many people, you’ll spend your Christmas holidays with a group of friends or family and will have a lot of leftover food. If you’re a little worried about what to do with all that food, you’re not alone!
There are plenty of options to keep your Boxing Day menu full. Some families love to serve a buffet style lunch with lots of finger foods and drinks, while others like to keep it more simple. Either way, you’ll want to make sure that whatever you serve is nutritious and a good balance of foods.
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Breakfast sandwiches
One of the most popular ways to start a Boxing Day meal is with breakfast sandwiches. They’re quick to make and perfect for when you have a lot of guests in the house, since they’re easy to prep ahead of time. You can even make the eggs ahead of time, which will save you a lot of work in the morning!
Smoked Salmon and Pickled Onions
Another favorite for Boxing Day is smoked salmon. It’s a great alternative to ham, and it works well with piccalilli, spicy pickled onions, and chutney. It’s also good with a side of mashed potatoes and some fresh salad greens.
Traditional game pie
A traditional British Game Pie is a classic choice for Boxing Day, and it sums up all of the flavours of winter. You could serve this with a slice of homemade bread or toasted sourdough, as well as some roast potatoes and seasonal veg for the ultimate Boxing Day brunch!
Pork Pie
For a more filling, yet still light and fluffy, pork pie is a great choice for Boxing Day. They’re not difficult to make, and they’re a fantastic choice for those looking for something different to their traditional pies.
Mince pies
If you’re a fan of mince pies, you’ll definitely want to have a few at your boxing day feast. They’re a great choice for any occasion, and they’re a great way to use up leftover mincemeat from the previous Christmas.
Bubble and Squeak
If you have a lot of leftover vegetables from Christmas, then bubble and squeak is a delicious dish to add to your Boxing Day menu. You can make this in advance, so you can just pop it in the oven and enjoy it on the big day!
Spinach
For some reason, spinach is a huge hit on the Boxing Day table. This is probably because it’s a very healthy veg that can be eaten with confidence, and it goes really well with other dishes like beef.
It’s also a great ingredient for a main course, especially when you’re serving roast meat or a curry. The combination of the smoky meat, the sweet and tangy veg, and the creamy sauce is a winning one.
This is a great recipe to use up leftovers, too. It’s easy to prepare and makes for a lovely dish that everyone will enjoy.
Eggs florentine
If you’re looking for a quick and easy dessert for your Boxing Day dinner, then try these eggs florentines. They’re sweet enough to satisfy a sweet tooth but have a nice crunchy texture from the nuts and dried fruit.
