Christmas recipes
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Easy turkey crown
Serve a traditional roast turkey for Christmas without the fuss. Use the sticky glaze you'd get on a ham to add flavour and golden colour to a turkey crown
Roast chestnuts
Make a batch of roast chestnuts for a festive Christmas treat to share with guests. Try our easy method and make the most of these seasonal bites
Mini maple & mustard pigs in blankets
Make pigs in blankets even more special using maple syrup and a little mustard. If you can’t find cocktail sausages, use chipolatas, each cut into three pieces
Red velvet brownies
Enjoy these festively red, rich and fudgy brownies swirled with a tangy cheesecake filling. They're perfect treat when you have guests over at Christmas
Best ever Christmas leftovers sandwich
Make the most of Christmas Day leftovers in this celebratory sandwich with pickled cabbage to cut through the richness. It's the ideal lunch for Boxing Day
Classic eggnog
Get into the festive spirit with eggnog, a classic Christmas drink made with brandy, cream, eggs and vanilla. Serve with plenty of ice in tumbler glasses
Smoked salmon grazing wreath
Try a clever Christmas-themed update on the ‘butter board’ trend (that’s butter spread on a board with various toppings, ready to slather on bread)
Ham & leek pie with mustard pastry
Use up leftover Christmas ham and sherry to make this comforting pie. It's a great dish on cold winter nights, especially when served with your favourite veg
Coconut fried rice
Enjoy this coconut fried rice at Christmas time. With shredded brussels sprouts and pomegranate jewels, it's a festive trimming with a twist
Honeyed hasselback carrots
Cook carrots using the hasselback method to add visual flair to the Christmas table. It also means the garlicky glaze reaches all the way through the veg
Dirty martini prawn cocktail
Give the classic prawn cocktail a makeover with a boozy twist – you then need to choose whether to shake or stir the martini dressing
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Make this speedy pickled red cabbage as a side or condiment – it's the perfect foil to Christmas leftovers in our Boxing Day sandwich
Slow cooker cinnamon & orange beef
Feed a crowd on a budget with brisket, a cheap cut of beef that takes on flavours well, here with Christmassy cinnamon, sweet orange and cranberries
Apple crumble trifle
Bring the comforting flavours and textures of apple crumble to a Christmas trifle. Prep ahead so all you need to do is assemble it on the day
Cranberry whiskey sour
Give the classic whiskey sour a festive spin using cranberry juice. Garnish with frozen cranberries, if you have them, for an extra-Christmassy touch
Shredded carbonara sprouts
Complete your Christmas table with this creamy side dish – even sprout haters are sure to enjoy the salty, cheesy, carbonara-inspired flavour
Croissant bread sauce
Don’t waste stale croissants from Christmas morning – use them to make a rich bread sauce. For total indulgence, finish with a knob of butter to melt over the top
Simple sweet & sour slow-cooker red cabbage
Save hob space by using a slow cooker to braise red cabbage – take the lid off for the last 30 mins to reduce the juices for a lovely, sticky texture
App onlySmoky paprika & herb roast potatoes. This is a premium piece of content available to registered users.
Season roasties with smoked paprika and thyme for a punch of smoky heat and herby flavour. Drizzle with oil when turning for golden crunchy roasties
App onlyOrange & brandy mince pies. This is a premium piece of content available to registered users.
Add a spoonful of clotted cream to these mince pies to make them extra-luxurious – serve them warm with mulled wine
Roast garlic make-ahead gravy
Make this subtly flavoured gravy base ahead and freeze to make life a bit easier when entertaining – just stir in the roasting juices before serving
Croissant mincemeat sandwich
Treat the family to a croissant sandwich for brunch, with mascarpone and mincemeat filling. They're a decadent sweet treat for Christmas morning
Mini hot toddy pavlovas
Take inspiration from a classic winter cocktail to create these mini pavlovas flavoured with whisky, pear and spices
App onlyBurnt lemon & thyme butter turkey crown. This is a premium piece of content available to registered users.
Char the cut sides of the lemons in this dish to add a smoky note that transforms the flavour of the turkey. It helps keep the lean breast meat succulent too