Varenyky

Enjoy traditional Ukrainian dumplings filled with onions, sauerkraut, chestnuts and mushrooms – the sweet chestnuts counter the sharp sauerkraut

Potato crust quiche

Try this innovative way to use potatoes – as a stand-in for a pastry case for a quiche with a cheese and bacon filling. Serve with a green salad on the side

Roasted pear, walnut & honey crostini

Top toasted baguette slices with ricotta, roasted pears, walnuts and thyme-infused honey to make these easy canapes. They’re also perfect for a Christmas buffet

Pork belly bites

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims/non-pork eaters.

Serve these moreish mini pork ribs flavoured with clementines and chilli jam as part of a buffet or as canapes. They’re ideal at Christmas to serve a crowd

Pineapple pulled pork

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims/non-pork eaters.

Use a slow cooker, if you like, to make this pulled pork. Pork shoulder is a budget-friendly cut, so it’s a great way to feed a crowd without breaking the bank

Air-fryer sausage rolls

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims/non-pork eaters.

Make sausage rolls flavoured with apple and sage in the air fryer. If you’ve got a larger machine or a couple of drawers, feel free to double the recipe

Big barbecue chicken kebab

Barbecuing for more than four people? Prepare a large chicken kebab to carve, then the cooking is done in one go – and you can enjoy the party

Maple & chilli-glazed leg of lamb

Make a lovely maple and chilli glaze to brush over a leg of lamb, ready for barbecuing – a great choice when you haven’t got time for marinating

Air-fried chicken wings

Use an air fryer to make these easy chicken wings, and add the seasoning or sauce of your choice. They’re perfect for a buffet or just a movie night snack

Chestnut hummus

Make some festive hummus, using chestnuts in place of the usual chickpeas. Serve with crudités for an easy Christmas starter, snack or buffet addition