Lucknowi masala paneer pulao

Marinate paneer with garlic and chilli for an aromatic pulao with whole spices – an easy recipe that’s ideal for feeding a crowd this Diwali

Creamy parmesan courgette butter beans with pistachio pesto

Creamy, cheesy beans with courgette and pesto – what better way to enjoy nutritious comfort food? Best scooped up with crusty sourdough

Cauliflower cheese crumble

Make a special version of cauliflower cheese for the Christmas dinner table. It’s rich with umami notes thanks to the anchovies, and has a kick of mustard and cayenne

Spicy pork & ginger noodles

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

Combine spicy pork, mushrooms, bok choy and ginger noodles for a quick midweek meal in just 25 minutes. Easy and speedy, it’s ideal for busy weekdays

Mince pie & marzipan croissants

Take mincemeat and marzipan and wrap in shop-bought pastry dough for a quick Christmassy breakfast. Top with flaked almonds and dust with icing sugar to serve

Raspberry jam & butter pudding

Combine the traditions of Christmas and Chanukah with a ‘Chrismukkah’ menu to mark both holidays. Finish your feast with this doughnut-inspired bread & butter pudding

Classic salt beef

Combine the traditions of Christmas and Chanukah with a ‘Chrismukkah’ menu to mark both holidays. Why not serve this soft, salty beef with mustardy roast potatoes as a plated roast dinner? If you don’t have time to brine the beef brisket joint yourself you can buy it from specialist butchers

Waste-nothing chicken & dumpling stew

Buy a larger chicken than usual and make extra meals from the leftovers. The bones contain lots of flavour, which take this comforting stew to the next level

Green bean casserole

Make this easy green bean and mushroom casserole as a side to accompany a main course. You could add cheese to the white sauce if you like

Hot doughnuts with spiced sugared nut coating

Enjoy fantastically fluffy doughnuts without the need for yeast and proving. Pulse the nuts to a fine consistency for the coating as this helps them stick

Red cabbage & blood orange tabbouleh

Enjoy this vibrant tabbouleh salad with your favourite grills. With red cabbage, dried cranberries and pomegranate seeds, it’s perfect at Christmas

Gingerbread granola

Prep a batch of this spiced granola to make breakfast feel a bit more special over the holidays. Serve with milk or yogurt and sliced clementines