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items: Christmas without the hassle – 15 recipes you can freeze ahead before the big day
items: Is Le Creuset's expensive cookware really worth the cost?
items: 5 reasons to buy Good Food's December magazine
items: New Year's Eve party ideas
items: Top 20 Boxing Day buffet ideas
items: 15 easy December recipes to add to your weeknight dinner rotation
items: Celebrate like an Italian with these traditional Christmas dinner ideas
items: Rick Stein on his love of turkey, his festive fish of choice and why the pub on Christmas Day is the best
items: The only air fryer Black Friday deals you should consider right now
items: Is Our Place worth the hype?

Christmas without the hassle – 15 recipes you can freeze ahead before the big day
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date: 2025-12-04T14:50:47.000Z
creator: Helen Salter
subject: News & Trends
subject: Recipes
description: Enjoy all the flavours of a traditional Christmas feast with none of the last-minute hassle with these freezable recipes. Simply defrost, reheat and serve.
encoded: Christmas should be a time to be merry and enjoy the company of loved ones, not to be chained to the kitchen in a last-minute panic. We've got you covered. By preparing and freezing a few festive staples in advance, you can take (most of) the stress out of Christmas Day. Our easy, freezable recipes shared below span starters, mains, sides and desserts, meaning you’ll have all the Christmas favourites ready to go — leaving you with more time for presents, games and that all-important glass of fizz. Hosting for the first time? Our tried-and-tested recipes will ensure all your Christmas feasting needs are covered, from Christmas snacks, starters, centrepieces and desserts. We also have a selection of freezable Christmas baking recipes, perfect for last-minute Christmas guests needing a sweet treat. 1. Unbelievably easy mince pies No Christmas is complete without a batch of mince pies. Simply fill melt-in-the-mouth shortcrust pastry with our zesty homemade mincemeat and pop in the freezer up to a month ahead, then bake straight from frozen for a freshly baked treat whenever guests arrive. See our ultimate collection of freezable mince pie recipes for more ways to bake this festive favourite. 2. Golden roast potatoes Did you know you can par-boil and freeze your roasties ahead of time? Instead of spending time peeling potatoes on Christmas morning, simply roast from frozen for crisp, fluffy potatoes without the faff. We have plenty more crispy and fluffy Christmas roast potato recipes to try. 3. Super-simple cranberry sauce Cranberry sauce lovers, you're in luck: homemade sauce can be made well in advance and frozen in portions (plus, this recipe calls for just three ingredients). Simply defrost then serve with your turkey for a sharp, fruity contrast. Find more varieties for this festive trimming in our collection of cranberry sauce recipes. 4. Best ever Yorkshire puddings These Yorkshire puddings taste light and fluffy even after freezing. And using only four ingredien…

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Is Le Creuset's expensive cookware really worth the cost?
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date: 2025-12-04T12:00:53.000Z
creator: Natalie Bass
subject: News & Trends
subject: Review
subject: maintenance
description: Got your eye on some colourful Le Creuset cookware? Even the smallest casserole dishes can set you back nearly £200, but perhaps for a good reason – here's why we think they're worth the investment.
encoded: Le Creuset is a big name in the world of cookware. Launched in 1925 in the French village of Fresnoy-le-Grand, it's best known for its ultra-durable colourful ceramics, casserole dishes, pans and more. It's also become a coveted status symbol among millennials and Gen Z, and last November there was such a rush on discounted Le Creuset items at the brand's warehouse sale in Hampshire that the police had to be called. But is all the hype justified? Here at Good Food, we know more than a thing or two about quality cookware. We've been testing everything from cast-iron pans and stainless steel frying pans to saucepan sets and casserole dishes for years, and Le Creuset consistently ranks as one of the best brands out there. Perhaps the only thing that might put you off buying a Le Creuset product is the hefty upfront cost. With quality cookware often comes expensive price tags and Le Creuset certainly doesn't come cheap. If you're still undecided, we've pulled together some guidance on how to take care of your Le Creuset and our tried-and-tested picks of the best products to buy. Jump to: Is Le Creuset worth it? How to clean Le Creuset Can you put Le Creuset in the dishwasher? Why is Le Creuset so expensive? Top-rated Le Creuset cookware we've tried and tested Is Le Creuset worth it? Le Creuset has a stellar reputation in the world of cookware and ceramics, but it is more expensive versus others out there – which begs the question, is it really worth the cost? In our opinion, the answer is yes. We're big fans of any brand that offers a lifetime warranty on its products and Le Creuset is one of them. In fact, its ceramics are so well made that they often outlive the people who originally bought them, with items being passed down to the next generation. <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/30/2024/11/Le-Creuset-casserole-dishes-in-thyme-9be57fd.jpg" width="1920" height="1080" alt="Three differently sized Le Creuset cast-iron casserole dishes i…

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5 reasons to buy Good Food's December magazine
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subject: Guide
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subject: subscriptions
description: Find out how to subscribe and be the first to discover what's coming up in the new issue.
encoded: In this month's issue "Anyone who knows me knows about my obsession with cheese, so it felt only fitting to make British artisan cheese the star of our special celebration issue. Paired with mince pies, croissant crackers and spicy piccalilli, it makes for the perfect sharing board. Plus, there are health benefits, too – as our feature reveals, there’s no need to feel guilty about indulging. It’s Christmas, after all. From the cheeseboard to the globe, our Christmas Around the World feature takes you on a culinary journey through festive dishes and traditions that bring people together in joyful, delicious ways, with recipes from Sri Lanka, the Philippines, Ukraine, France and Italy. For the days that follow, our Twixmas ideas offer smart, sociable dishes, from chipotle turkey tacos to an irresistible cheesecake inspired by the Dubai chocolate trend. And, as the year draws to a close, our tropical New Year’s Eve party brings sunshine to your table, proving that a touch of escapism pairs perfectly with fizz and friends. Wherever and however you’re celebrating, I wish you a very happy Christmas and a flavour-filled New Year." Keith Kendrick, group magazines editor Get the December magazine now: Order a copy online from Mags Direct Download a digital version of our December magazine 5 reasons to buy our December issue 1. Christmas sharing magic From mince pies with a surprise to croissant crackers, discover all of our favourite feed-a-crowd recipes this festive season. 2. Christmas around the world Be inspired by global festive recipes – from Sri Lankan stovetop biryani to Ukrainian dumplings and scallops from Brittany. 3. The joy of twixmas Make the days between Christmas and New Year delicious with chipotle turkey tacos, Dubai chocolate cheesecake and an oozy gnocchi and camembert bake. 4. Mary Berry's family favourite Mary Berry shares a timeless classic – her recipe for an all-in-one family fish pie. 5. Leftover inspiration Transform your Christmas dinner extras in…

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New Year's Eve party ideas
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creator: Rachel Beckwith
subject: Family
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subject: Rachel Beckwith
description: Celebrate New Year’s Eve by throwing a family party at home. Discover festive recipes, drinks and fun ideas to keep both kids and grown-ups entertained until midnight
encoded: Staying at home for New Year’s Eve is a popular choice for families, especially for those with younger children. You can save money by avoiding high-priced entertainment and enjoy a more relaxed evening at your own pace – and if the kids can’t quite keep their eyes open until midnight, it’s easier to bundle them off to bed in your own home. With just the right balance of nibbles, mocktails for the kids and a few games along the way, we think a family New Year’s Eve party at home can be great fun for everyone. New Year’s Eve party food Having an array of snacks and nibbles on hand is essential, from a moreish cheesy spinach & artichoke dip (with tortilla chips, hunks of bread and crudités) and mini sausage rolls to cheese & pesto rolls and fun easy hedgehog canapé skewers. You could also make rainbow fruit skewers and get the kids to help put them together. If you want to put on a buffet-style spread, you’ll find plenty of inspiration in our family New Year’s Eve collection – but you might want to feed the little ones something more substantial, too. New Year’s Eve family menu For a cosy family meal, try this creamy chicken stew – it’s a real crowd-pleaser, especially served alongside our smashed mini jackets. Or tuck into this fun onion bhaji sharing board, with a mixture of onion bhajis, green chutney, cucumber raita, pomegranate salad and mini poppadoms. New Year's Eve is hardly the time for epic amounts of washing-up, so take a look at our family winter traybake ideas for all-in-one recipes. Or, put the slow cooker to good use and make a hearty stew to warm up after watching the fireworks. Festive mocktails for kids The grown-ups might be drinking something fizzy and fun, but the kids don’t need to miss out. Whizz together these frozen blackberry smoothies or serve a simplified version of our faux fizz made with elderflower cordial instead of the base syrup. If your New Year’s Eve plans include stepping outside into the cold, warm up afterwards with a batch of mu…

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Top 20 Boxing Day buffet ideas
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creator: Georgina Kiely
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subject: How to
subject: Boxing Day
subject: Buffet
subject: Buffet recipes
subject: Christmas
subject: Family
subject: Georgina Kiely
subject: Leftovers
subject: Winter
description: Learn how to host a Boxing Day buffet by revamping your Christmas leftovers after the big day. Try these easy-to-make, seasonal dishes to wow a crowd
encoded: Boxing Day was made for relaxing with friends and family and indulging in the best of your Christmas leftovers. Turn sad-looking scraps into new meals, and if you're having people over, put together a buffet to impress. These Boxing Day party food ideas are all about big, comforting flavours and making the most of festive favourites. We've got clever pasta bakes, salads, scones and puddings to use up whatever's left in the kitchen and keep the party going well beyond Christmas Day. ' Check out our Boxing Day recipes for more ways to use your Christmas leftovers. If you’d prefer a more intimate affair after you’ve hosted your main celebrations, why not try our quick Boxing Day dinners or family dinner ideas for Christmas leftovers? And it’s never too late for a Christmas sweet treat! Try our best leftover Christmas dessert ideas to breathe life into your stale festive cakes and biscuits. Salads and finger foods 1. Boxing day scones Turn your leftover gammon or ham into a round of warm fresh scones, the perfect welcome for last-minute guests between Christmas and New Year. Discover more sweet and savoury scone recipes. 2. Orange, fennel & wild rice salad Do you have carrots left over from Christmas Day? You can enhance them with texture and fresh flavours in this orange, fennel & wild rice salad. Use up more of your leftover Christmas veg with these clever Christmas leftover salads. 3. Veg peel fritters Save your vegetable peelings from your Christmas roasts to make these easy fritters, spiced with chilli powder, cumin and nigella seeds. They go perfectly with a lime pickle, mango chutney or raita dip. 4. Honeyed beetroot & carrot salad with feta & hazelnuts If you have a bag of leftover carrots in your cupboard, spruce them up in this honeyed beetroot & carrot salad with feta & hazelnuts. Make the zesty dressing using honey, lemon zest, orange, cumin and coriander. It’s a light and refreshing main, ideal after a heavy Christmas roast. Make the most of seasonal winter…

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15 easy December recipes to add to your weeknight dinner rotation
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date: 2025-12-03T14:08:58.000Z
creator: Helen Salter
subject: News & Trends
subject: Recipes
description: Embrace December’s seasonal bounty and keep weeknight dinners easy and exciting with these comforting, seasonal recipes.
encoded: It’s all too easy to fall into a dinner rut, especially as the nights draw in and the temperatures fall. However, with longer evenings and more time spent indoors, December is a great time to shake things up in the kitchen while making the most of the season’s bounty. With ingredients like leeks, sweet potato and kale at their best, there’s plenty of inspiration to be found. These easy weeknight recipes below are designed to help you try something new, comforting and delicious — each one simple enough for busy evenings, but special enough to become a firm favourite in your winter dinner rotation. Check out what's in season in December for more recipe inspiration, as well as our round-up of the best December recipes, winter dinners and British comfort food recipes. 1. Chicken, kale & mushroom pot pie This satisfying one-pot pie featuring tender chicken, earthy mushrooms and nutritious kale is easier to make than you think. Using ready-made puff pastry to cut corners, it's ideal for a comforting family supper, and any leftovers can be frozen for another day. We have plenty more chicken pie recipes for you to try, including this curried chicken pie. 2. Turkey pasta bake Use up any leftover turkey (or chicken) to create this super-comforting pasta bake. You can even turn it up a notch by topping with pigs in blankets (if there's any spare). Discover our freezable pasta bakes to help you get ahead with family dinners. 3. Smoky sausage & squash traybake Make the most of seasonal butternut squash in this oven-baked traybake with sausages, red onions and warming spices. An all-in-one meal that’s both simple and satisfying, it will be a hit with everyone at the table. Try more of our easy traybake recipes, such as this vibrant za’atar & lemon chicken traybake. 4. Thai curry noodle soup This speedy and spicy prawn noodle soup is great for using up whatever vegetables you have on hand. It's a warming bowl that's packed with flavour and is ready on the table in just 20 minutes …

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Celebrate like an Italian with these traditional Christmas dinner ideas
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date: 2025-12-02T12:22:50.000Z
creator: Giovanna Solimando
subject: Guide
subject: How to
subject: News & Trends
subject: Recipes
description: Want to try something different this Christmas? Discover some of the main Italian dinner traditions and dishes for Christmas Eve (La Vigilia) and the rest of the festive period.
encoded: This holiday season, bring new flavours to your table with an Italian Christmas feast. From rich fish and seafood dishes to comforting stuffed pastas, roasts and panettone, these Italian Christmas dinner ideas offer a delicious alternative, or a perfect complement, to your traditional British spread. In Italy, the Christmas holidays start on the 24 December, Christmas Eve. That’s when the celebrations and food gatherings officially begin, with Natale (Christmas Day) as the main event, and Santo Stefano (26 December, Boxing Day) as the closing act. Across Italy every region has its own traditional festive foods and even within a single region recipes often change from town to town. Still, some dishes are similar and many traditions are shared. Here’s a look at Italy’s festive tables, from Christmas Eve’s meatless meals to the long, abundant lunches on Christmas Day and the relaxed, leftover feasts on Santo Stefano. These are some of the traditions kept alive in Italy and by Italian families across the US who continue to celebrate customs brought over by earlier generations of immigrants. Christmas is celebrated in many ways around the world. We’ve got plenty of menu inspiration from classic British Christmas dinners to plenty of alternative dishes. You might want to lay on a buffet from all around the world, incorporating some Polish Christmas dishes as well as being inspired by these Italian Christmas dinner ideas, as well as our collection of Italian-inspired recipes. Christmas Eve – La Vigilia and The Feast of the Seven Fishes (24 December) On Christmas Eve, Catholics celebrate the birth of Jesus by staying up until midnight and attending Mass. Many families mark the occasion with festive gatherings, whether or not they’re religious. Traditionally, Italians abstain from meat on this day, opting instead for fish, vegetables and legumes. Popular dishes include spaghetti alle vongole (spaghetti with clams), assorted fried fish, seafood salads, vegetable stews or comf…

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Rick Stein on his love of turkey, his festive fish of choice and why the pub on Christmas Day is the best
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creator: Samuel Goldsmith
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description: Legendary chef Rick Stein joins Sam for a festive edition of the podcast, complete with traditions, Christmas Eve fish and the secret to perfect gravy.
encoded: The Good Food Podcast Join host Samuel Goldsmith for a festive special as he welcomes legendary chef Rick Stein to unwrap the magic of Christmas. In this heartwarming episode, Rick shares cherished family traditions from his Cotswolds childhood, reveals the inspiration behind his new book Rick Stein’s Christmas, and offers a peek into his own holiday table, complete with roast goose, Christmas Eve fish and the secrets to perfect gravy. Discover how Rick blends British and German traditions, navigates family memories, both joyful and bittersweet, and brings his signature warmth to every festive feast. From Boxing Day leftovers to sparkling shiraz, and even a few culinary confessions, this episode is packed with stories, laughter and practical tips for your own celebrations. Pour yourself something festive, grab a mince pie and settle in for a delicious conversation that captures the true spirit of Christmas with one of Britain’s most beloved chefs. View oEmbed on the source website Or listen here. Bonus episode Listen to the bonus cook-along episode. View oEmbed on the source website Listen to more podcast episodes, including our Cook Smart podcast and Tom Kerridge podcast.

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The only air fryer Black Friday deals you should consider right now
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date: 2025-12-01T14:20:51.000Z
creator: Natalie Bass
subject: News & Trends
subject: Review
subject: low-energy
description: I've tested over 30 different air fryers – here are the best on sale right now for Cyber Monday, with offers from the likes of Ninja, Our Place and Tower.
encoded: Hoping to snap up a last-minute air fryer deal? It's estimated that over half of UK households now own one of these appliances, at least according to last year's Good Food Nation Survey. But if you haven't yet bought one and want to – or perhaps you're thinking about upgrading your existing model – there's still time to make the most of the savings. It's Cyber Monday today (aka the final day of the Black Friday sales) and several retailers are still offering deals, including air fryer brands like Ninja and Tower, plus John Lewis & Partners, Lakeland, Currys and JD Williams. But how can you be sure that an air fryer deal you've found is the real deal? I've been covering Black Friday and Cyber Monday for four years and have tested around 30 air fryers for Good Food (which – contrary to what you might think – does involve more than eating a lot of chips). So, it's fair to say I'm pretty well versed in which of these gadgets will give you the best bang for your buck, and which air fryer offers are actually genuine – because, let me tell you, not all of them are. I've also been price-tracking a range of tried-and-tested models all year long, and have rounded up the best savings I've found so far below. I've shared whether I saw a lower price on Cyber Monday last year and if I think prices will drop again, too – so you know whether to buy now or wait a little longer. I'll never recommend an air fryer that hasn't been granted our team's seal of approval, so you can rest assured that every model featured in the list offers good value for money. You can read Good Food's full guide to the best air fryers for more in-depth reviews. Air fryer Black Friday deals at a glance Tower – save 30% on Good Food in partnership with Tower appliances with code GOODFOOD30 Amazon – Black Friday Week ends at midnight tonight Ninja – save up to 30% in Cyber Monday Event Lakeland – up to 50% off site-wide until midnight tonight, with up to £50 off air fryers JD Williams – up to 50% off home in …

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Is Our Place worth the hype?
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date: 2025-12-01T13:56:22.000Z
creator: Natalie Bass
subject: News & Trends
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description: As the brand behind the Always Pan and Wonder Oven air fryer, Our Place's pastel-coloured ultra-versatile cookware continues to be all over our social media feeds – but is it worth the money?
encoded: Anyone with a social media algorithm tuned into cookware, food or interiors will be familiar with Our Place. As the brand behind the Insta-famous Always Pan and the Wonder Oven, it's the epitome of the millennial kitchen aesthetic: where soft pastels and earthy hues meet practical design and storage. Most of us accumulate pots and pans of all shapes and sizes, then tuck them away in various drawers and cupboards, but for Our Place it's about the opposite. Its cookware is multifunctional, so in theory you only need one of its pans to do the job of several, and it's so good looking that you'll want to keep it out on display permanently. The brand has also just launched a new 'butter yellow' cookware range in partnership with Crocs and US cook Molly Baz. But as every Instagram or TikTok influencer affirms that Our Place is a must-buy brand, you might be asking: is the hype actually justified? We've spent our fair share of time testing Our Place products over the past four years, and we've put everything from the Perfect Pot to the Wonder Oven through its paces in the Good Food Test Kitchen – measuring against everything from ease of use and quality of materials, to sustainability and cooking results. This means we know exactly which pieces of Our Place's cookware will give you bang for your buck, and how it compares to other brands on the market like HexClad, ProCook and Le Creuset. For more advice and product recommendations, read our guides to the best non-stick frying pans, best pan sets and best casserole dishes. Jump to: Is Our Place worth it? What are Our Place pans made of? Is the Always Pan worth it? Our top-rated Our Place products What are the best Always Pan alternatives? Where to buy Our Place cookware Is Our Place worth it? Deciding whether Our Place is worth the hype (and cost) comes down to a few different factors: how much budget you have to spend; what you want from your cookware; and how much space you have in your kitchen. Here are a few things to co…

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