Venison with quince

Quinces are a perfect balance to rich venison, and spiked with rosemary they offer a heady depth to this prepare-ahead main

Herb-buttered turkey, roasties & cranberry sauce gravy

The potatoes and turkey crown cook together and there’s no need to baste – and it’s delicious. Easy and stress free

Vietnamese veg parcels

Fancy something a bit different? Try these healthy vegetable parcels, based on Vietnamese rolls

Couscous & falafel salad with minty yogurt

This no-cook, mezze-style platter can be whipped up in no time using supermarket or deli ingredients

Hot corncakes with avocado, bacon & basil

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Corncakes like these are classic brunch food in Australia. They’re also delicious made with shredded chicken and lots of coriander

Pancetta-wrapped turkey breast with herby lemon & pine nut stuffing

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
No need for impressive carving skills with this easy-to-serve dish with creamy gravy

Moist turkey crown with chestnut truffle stuffing

If a huge turkey seems too much to bear and turkey sandwiches aren't your thing, opt for a crown instead of a whole bird

Pan-fried sea trout, peas & chorizo fricassée

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Sea trout has a subtle flavour that goes well with robust ingredients like smoky chorizo

Venison & wild mushroom Wellington

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A stunning centrepiece for any dinner party – how about trying it as an alternative to turkey at Christmas?

Lemon roast poussin with spring vegetables

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Take your cooking up a notch with Gordon’s smart take on roast chicken

Pan-fried scallops with butternut squash two ways

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Serve up a restaurant-style starter at home – much of it can be made ahead so you can relax with a glass of wine on the night

Christmas goose with root veg, sticky pears & bramble gravy

The classic alternative to turkey, Barney’s recipe pairs succulent meat with tender, sweet veg