Christmas Dinner

Christmas Day, we've invited the King's parents and sister (and Remus) over for dinner. I only have one problem. I don't have a menu. The King's sister....Sis...is a fantastic cook and I know that between the two of us, we can prepare just about anything. We just don't know what to have. We've ruled out the traditional turkey or ham since we just had it a few weeks ago at Thanksgiving. We both fixed a standing rib roast last year, which was totally amazing...but totally expensive, so that's out too. We'll be cooking for 9 probably. Not including any bonus children that might cross the threshold during that day. I've been searching the internet for ideas. Italian maybe? I don't know. I'm sure whatever we come up with, though, will be delicious...cause that's just how we are...Sis and me. Even though I have ideas in my head that we will all gather around a perfectly set table, with candles and flowers and pretty dishes and good wine...but really what we do us is grab a plate and find a spot. We're very informal around here...but I'm thinking that I'm going to keep the thought of some really nice wine...yes, friends, that will be a reality. xoxox...keep warm!