Vegan mushroom gravy

Make this mushroom gravy to serve alongside your vegan Christmas feast. It will freeze for up to three months so you can easily make it ahead to get prepared

Carrot pilaf with coriander chutney

Try this healthy pilaf filled for an easy midweek meal. With cashew nuts, veg and spices, it’s not only tasty but budget-friendly too. Top with coriander chutney

Horseradish yorkshires

Flavour Yorkshire puddings with fresh horseradish for an extra-special side dish. They’re perfect for Christmas dinner or to accompany a Sunday roast

Curried kale & chickpea soup

Rustle up this budget-friendly, healthy soup for a nourishing, easy midweek meal. It’s packed with kale, chickpeas, sweet potato and plenty of flavour

Lusikkaleivät (Finnish spoon biscuits)

Bake these delicate jam-filled biscuits at Christmas. They’re a Finnish festive tradition, and the secret to their delicious nutty flavour is the brown butter

Wreath meringue lollies

Get children involved in making these Christmas meringue lollies. They will love practising their piping skills and decorating them with sprinkles and sweets

Christmas veg gratin

Make the most of Christmas veg with this flavour-packed gratin side dish. With Brussels sprouts, carrots and potatoes, it’s laced with double cream and topped with cheese

Tacos dorados de barbacoa

Serve these flavour-packed lamb tacos with soured cream, avocado salsa and queso fresco. Top with finely shredded lettuce for an authentic Mexican meal

Speedy butternut squash barley ‘risotto’

Swap rice for barley to make this easy squash ‘risotto’ with spinach and sage. It’s healthy and low in calories and fat – perfect for a quick supper

Mustard chicken & leek one-pot

Place chicken thighs, potatoes and leeks in a casserole pot with a mustard and crème fraîche sauce to make this easy, low-calorie dinner for four