Christmas cheeseboard recipes

Peppering the pears gives the whole thing a little bit of attitude without being overpowering

This light pickle is sweet, delicious and perfect with cold cuts and punchy British cheeses

Forget crinkle-cut versions, this light pickle is sweet and rich - perfect with cold meats, salads and punchy cheeses

A toasted sandwich is a great way to use up cheeseboard leftovers and makes a delicious and thrifty lunch

Savoury oaty biscuits that are great for lunch boxes, add Marmite or peanut butter for a delicious pinwheel

Create a canapé out of a classic cheeseboard, then thread on to skewers with quince paste and grapes

Studded with walnuts and stem ginger, this pickle is delicious on a cheeseboard or with cold meats, plus it makes a great gift

This makes two preserves in one, as pulp left over from making the jelly is used to make quince paste, also known as 'membrillo' in Spain

Rustle up these cheesy cayenne savoury biscuits for a Christmas party. They're a great make-ahead nibble to serve with drinks before the main event