Marinated goat’s cheese

A refreshing alternative to a full cheeseboard, this zesty thyme and chilli treat can be made ahead and given as a gift – just wrap up and add a box of good-quality crackers and chutney

Millionaire’s ice cream bombe

This spectacular Christmas showstopper is covered in crunchy Maltesers and makes for an enticing alternative pudding to end your festive feast

Burnt sprouts with pomegranate & sesame

Add a deliciously different side dish to your Christmas dinner spread with these pan-fried Brussels sprouts and juicy pomegranate seeds, drizzled with pomegranate molasses

Moroccan-spiced turkey pie

Transform leftover turkey in this spiced filo pastry parcel, inspired by a Moroccan pastilla – a perfect main course for Boxing Day

Caramelised onion quiche with cheddar & bacon

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Make quiche Lorraine to perfection every time with this easy recipe for a crisp pastry base and rich smoked bacon, cheese and thyme filling

Gooey toffee puddings

Indulgent yet wonderfully light, these individual caramel sponges are baked with a sticky toffee sauce – keep in the freezer for a last-minute pud

Spiced salmon coulibiac

This make-ahead main of pastry-wrapped fish and rice is an extra-special way to serve seafood for a dinner party, spiced with cardamom, cloves and chilli

Raita

This minty sauce with a creamy yogurt base is a classic Indian side – this version has garam masala and ginger for a warming kick

Parsnip croquettes

This show-stealing side dish of roasted parsnips and creamy béchamel is breadcrumbed and deep-fried for crisp, golden bites

Truffled parsnip & brioche pudding with hazelnut & thyme butter

This decadent, savoury take on the classic bread & butter pudding can be served as a vegetarian centrepiece, or an indulgent side dish