Classic salt beef

Combine the traditions of Christmas and Chanukah with a ‘Chrismukkah’ menu to mark both holidays. Why not serve this soft, salty beef with mustardy roast potatoes as a plated roast dinner? If you don’t have time to brine the beef brisket joint yourself you can buy it from specialist butchers

Peppercorn & honey ham

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

Use three different types of peppercorns in this festive ham: black peppercorns for warmth, Sichuan for citrussy notes and pink for floral, sweet flavours

Candied carrot cashew loaf

Make carrots the star of the show in this crowd-pleasing nut roast – the perfect vegetarian centrepiece for Christmas Day

Peach pie

Be sure to leave this pretty peach pie with latticed pastry topping to cool for an hour after baking – this step is essential to ensure a good texture

Roasted garlic & herb turkey crown

Try a turkey crown instead of a whole bird for Christmas dinner – it’s quicker and easier to roast. Roasting the garlic for the butter first mellows out its flavour

Best ever roast duck

Indulge in Tom Kerridge’s ultimate roast duck at Christmas, with seasonal clementines and oranges. Serve with duck-fat roasties, watercress and gravy

Frosted pinecone cake

Create this stunning bake for the Christmas table. Decorated with almond pinecones, it’s a perfect centrepiece if you aren’t a fan of traditional fruitcake

Pesto cheese straw Christmas tree

Create this tear-and-share pastry tree for a festive family get-together. It’s a lovely, playful idea for Boxing Day – and kids will love taking it apart!

Jewelled squash, chestnut & mushroom wreath

Make this vegan wreath as a showstopping Christmas centrepiece, or serve it alongside meat as an alternative to stuffing, adding texture to your dinner plate

Babka wreath grazing board with cheese & spiced cranberry jam

Create a perfect centrepiece for your Christmas get-together with this showstopping bread wreath. Just add charcuterie, fruit, nuts, crackers and cheeses