Carrot & swede mash with brown butter & thyme

Transform carrot and swede into an extra-special side dish with the help of brown butter and thyme. It’s perfect at Christmas, or a special Sunday lunch

Air fryer pork-in-blanket turnovers

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Wrap pork-in-blankets in puff pastry to make a delicious festive snack. They’re ideal for a Christmas party or buffet, served alongside chutney

Slow cooker turkey curry

Use up leftover Christmas turkey and make this slow cooker turkey curry. It uses up any roasted veg you may have leftover too – ideal for avoiding food waste

Air-fryer turkey crown

Cook this turkey crown in an air fryer to free up oven space and speed up the cooking process. Before cooking, be sure to check that your air fryer will fit the whole crown

Air fryer steak

Use your air fryer to cook steak and you won’t look back. Enjoy topped with your favourite sauce and serve alongside chips, a seasonal green salad or roasted veg

Banana mug cake

Make this easy banana mug cake in the microwave for a quick dessert for one. Add chopped pecans or chocolate chips, if you like, and drizzle with maple syrup

Air-fryer brussels sprouts

Cook sprouts in an air fryer for a super-easy cooking method, then add flavourings of your choice, such as chilli or chopped crispy bacon

Slow cooker broccoli & cheese soup

Tuck into this hearty soup made in a slow cooker. Perfect as a starter ahead of a main meal, or for lunch on cooler days. Enjoy with crusty bread

Queen of puddings

Whip up an indulgent British classic pudding, made by soaking breadcrumbs in hot milk and adding meringue and jam. It’s the perfect comforting dessert

Microwave cheat’s paella

Try this shortcut version of the Spanish classic paella, with chicken and chorizo for a midweek meal. The recipe is based on a microwave with a power of 750W