Shorbet lesan asfour (orzo pasta soup)

Soup is a staple at Iftar, gently reintroducing food after fasting. Shorbet lesan asfour, or bird’s tongue soup, is made with orzo and broth

Sharkasiya

Sharkasiya is a rich walnut bread sauce served over chicken and white rice, with Turkish influence. It is a staple in Egyptian households

Maple-mustard glazed turkey with bacon fat roasties

A juicy roast turkey perfect for the big day with golden, crunchy roast potatoes elevated with salty bacon and rosemary.

Big-batch lamb stew

For the best texture, use diced boned lamb shoulder or neck fillet in this crowd-pleasing stew for eight. You can freeze any leftovers for up to three months

Porchetta ragu

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

Be inspired by the Italian rolled pork dish, porchetta. This ragu is ideal when you have guests – leave it simmering whilst you entertain

One-pan pork fillet with leeks, apples, mustard & thyme

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

Pair pork tenderloin fillets with the flavours of leek and apple. The sauce works with whole pork chops or skin-on chicken thighs too – just adjust the simmering time

Quick seafood linguine

This speedy seafood pasta is ready in just 20 minutes. A satisfying, low-fat recipe which makes the most of frozen seafood and chopped tomatoes

One-pot prawn & lentil curry

Freeze the dhal base of this curry for busy weeknights. It’s cheap, easy and really versatile – simply defrost and add prawns, veg or meat

Turkey sausage & pesto soup

Cook up some turkey or chicken sausages and combine with cannellini beans, kale and pesto to make this filling soup. Serve with crusty bread, if you like

Smoky ham & lentil stew

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

Make the most of your Christmas ham and roasted veg leftovers in this smoky ham and lentil stew – perfect for feeding the family during the holidays

Christmas nachos

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

Try this clever way to use up your Christmas leftovers, including the remnants of your cheeseboard. Best enjoyed with a Boxing Day movie

Miyan gyada (mutton peanut butter soup)

Enjoy Adejoké Bakare’s miyan gyada – a Nigerian mutton peanut butter soup – and prepare to be dazzled by the flavours. Serve with rice, couscous or mash