Gravy for the Christmas turkey

This simple recipe uses white wine for a pale, light gravy, but it can also be made with red wine or Port for a richer flavour

Wild rice, chestnut & squash stuffing

Add a colourful and healthy dish to your Christmas lunch table with this vegetarian stuffing

Peppermint hot chocolate

Everyone's favourite quick winter treat gets a festive facelift

Speedy spicy turkey rice

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Put your leftover Christmas turkey and ham to good use with this super fast egg-fried rice

Spanish bean stew

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Cannellini beans, chicken thighs and spicy chorizo make for a satisfying and simple one-pot supper

Shepherd’s pie pasties

These pocket-sized pasties make an old favourite portable

Dolcelatte-stuffed figs

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Simple yet impressive stuffed figs make lovely canapés and only take 15 minutes to make

Leek, mushroom & goat’s cheese strudels

This low-fat, vegetarian recipe reminds us that pastry doesn't have to be an indulgence

Roasted chestnut & herb pesto pasta with mushrooms

This seasonal pesto is a good way of using up any herbs that are knocking around the kitchen

Honey mustard sausages with tomatoes & eggs

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Fed up of frying? Cook your full English in the oven on a single tray for ultimate ease

Chicken skewers with satay dip

If you’re looking for a quick dinner party canapé you can’t go far wrong with this easy classic

Chicken pilaf with dill & pine nuts

A wholesome, simple rice dish that’s packed full of aromatic flavours