Mashed parsnip & sprout colcannon

This is a delicious accompaniment to Christmas dinner, but is also a great way to use up those leftover cooked sprouts

Really enormous chocolate buttons

These easy chocolate treats are an ideal project for young children and make lovely gifts for the family

Fresh lasagne with pesto

This veggie pasta dish is perfect for entertaining – it can be made ahead, leaving you free to chat to your guests

Easy strawberry ice cream

Children aged 3-6 can enjoy getting stuck in to making and eating this summery treat. Add your own toppings for extra fun

Rosti-topped fish pie

Fish pie without the fuss – a good recipe for frozen white fish such as coley

Prawn & chorizo frittata

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Never tried seafood with spicy chorizo? Give it a go in this simple supper for two

Christmas stollen pudding

Good Food reader Marion Biles shares her recipe for this creamy and luxurious pud using leftover stollen

Garlic mash potato bake

Give your guests more than just mash with this tasty bake. Comfort food has never tasted so good

Easy cheesy bake

Create a comforting veggie dish from your storecupboard staples with this easy cheesy bake

Apricot brioche

When toasted and buttered this delicately flavoured bread is a breakfast in itself

Creamy porridge with spiced apple & cranberry

Stewed fruit in spiced compote sauce makes a great topping for a warming oat-pot on a chilly morning

Oaty energy cookies

Get your children in the kitchen to bake a batch of these simple biscuits from CBeebies’ ‘i can cook’