Starry mincemeat slices

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

Piri-piri prawns

Make sure there are extra as everyone will want one of these – and a finger bowl too – they can get messy!

Tagliatelle with mussels & crème fraîche

A simple-but-special main course, it’s meat-free and perfect for a Friday night

Classic trifle

Christmas celebrations are not complete without a trifle and this recipe is guaranteed to be the crown jewels of the table

Spaghetti with lemon & olives

A quick and simple summer pasta dish

Spicy Indian rice

Sara Buenfeld’s delicious spicy rice is perfect served with your favourite curry

Spiced red cabbage with prunes

Braised red cabbage with Christmassy flavours – a lovely addition to the festive table

Really simple cranberry sauce

Making your own sauce is really easy, and you can do it a few days ahead. Plus, this one uses only three ingredients

Easy red wine gravy

Christmas just wouldn’t be the same without a full and flavoursome gravy on the table

Bread in four easy steps

Kids can help with this super-simple bread recipe. Use whichever flour you like, granary, wholemeal or white