
Winter roasts recipes
Cook up a roast to warm the soul. We've included our classic roast recipes, plus ideas for sides to serve with your main.
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Ginger beer & tamarind ham
Let the spicy notes of ginger come into their own in this Christmas ham. It’s poached in ginger beer, then basted in a sticky tamarind glaze
Flavour-bomb roast turkey & gravy
Discover how delicious and succulent turkey can be. We’ve used some non-traditional turkey seasonings like soy and miso to bring depth of flavour to the dish
Sweet chilli-glazed pigs in blankets
Enjoy our chilli-glazed variation on a Christmas classic. As well as being a moreish side for the festive turkey, they also make a delicious canapé
Truffle & parmesan roast potatoes
Make these extra-special roasties with parmesan and truffle flavours. They make a great side for Christmas dinner or any other special occasion
Spiced slow-roast duck & apple sauce
Follow Gordon's steps for a sensational roast duck dinner, perfect for entertaining
Spiced roast beef
Matt Tebbutt's roast beef combines spices and meltingly tender meat. It'll be just as good cold, too
Roast chicken with braised celery hearts
This simple, one-pan dish is a feast of tender chicken and fresh autumnal flavours
Sticky slow-roast belly of pork
Pork belly is a relatively cheap cut of meat, making this an affordable roast to feed a crowd
Roast duck legs with red wine sauce
It's almost impossible to overcook duck legs - so try this rich, slow-roasted dish
Lemon, broccoli & sesame roast chicken
Give traditional roast chicken a Chinese-style twist with this zesty recipe
Foolproof slow roast chicken
Slow-roasting is a great way to keep chicken nice and moist. Adding the potatoes to the roasting tin infuses them with plenty of flavour, too
Guinea fowl with roast chestnuts
Use chicken if you prefer in this rustic autumnal roast with homemade gravy
Classic roast goose with cider gravy
A foolproof guide to cooking this festive favourite with a simple gravy
Easy cheesy leeks
Make these luxurious leeks as part of your Christmas spread. Easily prepared in advance, the dish will bring great flavour to your Christmas dinner feast
Ultimate roast potatoes
Make sure your roasties are perfect for Sunday lunch or even Christmas dinner – this foolproof recipe guarantees a crisp crunch that gives way to a fluffy middle
Classic Yorkshire puddings
No roast is complete without a proper Yorkshire pud - here's how to make your own
Orange & maple cranberry sauce
Add the Christmassy flavours of orange and maple to cranberry sauce for a twist on the classic. It's the perfect sauce to serve at a festive dinner table
Hot beetroot salad
Bursting with goodness, this vegetarian side dish is a great addition to a winter main
Roasted parsnips with salted honey almonds
Baby parsnips are far more tender than the regular variety, and delicious in this side dish. You can easily make this vegan by swapping the honey for maple syrup
Winter leaf & parsnip salad with walnuts
John Torode's bitter leaf salad and vinaigrette are a good foil to a creamy tart or rich ham
Mixed winter greens with brown butter breadcrumbs
Give your greens a bit of crunch with this fresh-tasting side dish
Winter root mash with buttery crumbs
A little bit of this winter root mash goes a long way - make it a day ahead and cut the stress on Christmas Day
Clementine & hazelnut sprouts
Try a touch of clementine juice to bring a lovely sweet zing to sprouts. Hazelnuts also add a mellow flavour and crunch for a flavourful Christmas side
Root vegetable mash
Mash doesn't have to be all about potatoes. This superhealthy side adds swede and carrots to the mix for a veggie treat