Freezable Christmas recipes

Convert mince pie sceptics with our recipe for juicy, zesty mincemeat wrapped in pastry that’s extra-biscuity and rich thanks to a surprise ingredient

Enjoy an alternative take on Christmas pud. Chestnuts provide sweet, earthy flavour and a nutty texture that works beautifully with chocolate and stem ginger

The sweetness of the caramelised onions cuts through the rich creaminess of this dauphinoise-style bake

Show off your cooking skills and get in the festive spirit with these fun looking easy cheesy treats - they make great party snacks for grazing guests

This vibrant veggie Christmas side dish beautifully contrasts sweet and savoury, make it up to four days in advance or freeze it

No festive meal is complete without cranberry sauce. Try this version, which includes sloe gin for a modern twist on the classic Christmas relish

Recreate the warming flavours of eggnog in our sweetly spiced custard cookies. Perfect for festive baking with kids – leave them out for Santa on Christmas Eve

It wouldn't be Christmas without mince pies, and you just can't beat homemade - these can be cooked from frozen for extra ease

Try a sourdough twist on classic bread sauce. Serve with your Sunday roast or to impress friends and family at Christmas. Can be made up to two days ahead

If anyone in your family isn't keen on traditional fruitcake, this might be the compromise you've been looking for

Try this different take on roasted root vegetables, perfect for a Sunday roast or Christmas Day. The addition of maple syrup and thyme adds a little luxury

This simple recipe uses white wine for a pale, light gravy, but it can also be made with red wine or Port for a richer flavour

Keep this in the freezer ready for dinner parties and serve it with rice and salad or crunchy potatoes and vegetables

This twist on a classic Yule log uses the tropical flavours of passion fruit and coconut to create a terrific tropical centrepiece for your Christmas table

Wow guests with this extra-special chocolate, raspberry and pistachio roulade for a Christmas dessert. It will make the perfect end to a festive dinner feast

If your favourite part of the stuffing is the crispy bits, you'll love this recipe. It can be prepped up to two days in advance, then baked on the day

These non-scary, freezer-friendly soufflés can be baked ahead, then reheated in the oven before serving

If you fancy adding something a little different to the table on Christmas Day, this seasonal purée could be just the thing

Get creative with your mincemeat slices this Christmas and try this simple traybake version of mince pies

Add a colourful and healthy dish to your Christmas lunch table with this vegetarian stuffing

Use up your Christmas roast leftovers in this creamy soup

Make roast potatoes that are tasty and healthy. Smoked paprika adds flavour and we have a top tip for a crispy finish. Ideal for Sunday lunch, or Christmas Day

Serve these irresistibly buttery pastry-wrapped chipolatas as a Christmas dinner side dish - they're perfect as party canapés too