Some holiday main dishes

Cat Campbell/For The Madera Tribune

Try a platter of fresh corn chile relleno tamales for your holiday meal.

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A lot of people stick with family traditions for holiday meals, but I am noticing a willingness to explore beyond, and perhaps add something new. You never know when something will be a big hit and become a new tradition.

I think I am right about in the middle, as I like to do both. It is also interesting to check out foods and ingredients from various cultures.

I admit that I can barely pronounce some items, and am never quite certain if I make something, that I did it correctly. Here are a few recipes that you may be interested in serving at your next holiday meal.