Christmas recipe ideas

From turkey to sprouts, and mince pies to party puddings – whatever festive feast you're cooking this Christmas, eat, drink and be merry with all our festive recipes.

Serve our festive pâté recipes for a delicious Christmas dinner starter. Choose from port and chicken liver pâté, vegan mushroom pâté and more.

Serve this essential side dish as part of your Christmas dinner feast. Make our easy roasted parsnip recipe or switch it up with a cheesy traybake

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Healthy pick-me-ups to beat the festive excess.

Blitz up a comforting bowl of Christmas soup using seasonal winter veg such as celeriac, chestnuts and parsnips, perfect for starters or light meals.

Perfect your roasties for the big day.

Christmas dinner isn't complete without all the trimmings. Try our easy cranberry sauce, bread sauce and gravy recipes to top off your feast

A selection of sides and sauces to accompany your festive feast. Our tasty trimmings include roast potatoes, sprouts, stuffing, pigs in blankets and cabbage.

Try our top Christmas smoked salmon recipes and Add a touch of luxury to festive brunches, starters and canapés. Use up leftovers with our clever ideas

Spruce up your Brussels sprouts for Christmas. Serve a classic side dish of sprouts with bacon and chestnuts, or try our cheesy sprout gratin and vegan sides.

Accompany your Christmas dinner with these scrumptious stuffing recipes. We've got classic sausagemeat versions with fruit and nuts, plus vegetarian and vegan alternatives.

These tempting Christmas sweets make perfect stocking fillers or gifts. Our festive treats includes fudge, truffles, candy canes, chocolate barks, tiffins and rocky roads.

Make these essential sides for Christmas dinner. We've got everything you need, from roast potatoes and parsnips, to Brussels sprouts, pigs in blankets and cabbage.

Cater to your dairy-free guests this festive season with our Christmas centrepieces, sides, drinks and desserts.

Take the stress out of Christmas prep with these simple yet scrumptious recipes. We've got all the essentials covered, from easy roast turkey to no-fuss mince pies.

Nutritious and delicious ways to use up your festive fare...

Make an easy Christmas dessert and have more time to enjoy being with your party guests. Choose a favourite from our best simple festive puds

Festive and fruity cakes.

Try our selection of traditional and alternative Christmas desserts for the festive season. We've got Christmas pudding, mince pies, trifle and cheesecakes.

Celebrate Christmas and New Year's Eve with seasonal festive drinks. Make everything from classic mulled wine, to easy cocktails and mocktails.

Dare to be different with our favourite festive mains.

Kick-start your Christmas dinner with an easy-but-impressive starter. Our festive recipes include sharing plates, smoked salmon dishes, salads and soups

There's no need to miss out this Christmas with our easy gluten-free recipes. Discover a selection of festive starters, mains, sides and desserts.

Who says Christmas can't be healthy? Get inspired with our healthy festive buffet ideas that will prove a big hit at any party or family gathering.

Hosting a small party this Christmas? Make festive canapés that are healthy as well as delicious, including prosciutto crostini and dressed crab cups. 

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