Pickled pears & cheese platter

This stunning prepare-ahead starter can be served on individual plates, or just gather everyone around for drinks in the kitchen

Chocolate chestnut cupcakes

Sweet chestnuts and chocolate make a heavenly combination at Christmas time

Mini sage & onion scones

These mini savoury scones are quick to make and are cute canapés for your Christmas party

Clementine, feta & winter leaf salad

This wonderfully light salad is packed with easy-to-find seasonal ingredients and makes a great Christmas starter

Gingered rich fruit cake

This traditional cake has been jazzed up with lots of ginger – you’d never know it’s gluten-free and dairy-free. Perfect for weddings and Christmas

Polenta & goat’s cheese stacks

This show-stopping vegetarian main will dazzle dinner party guests and it’s special enough to serve on Christmas Day

Stollen buns

These sticky buns really capture the taste of Christmas and are great for sharing with friends and neighbours

Lemon star biscuits

Gorgeous, edible decorations for the Christmas tree which will delight your children

Cranberry, maple & pecan pudding

Dairy-free, wheat-free and gluten-free – this Christmas pudding is moist and has a real zing. A less rich, more refreshing way to round off Christmas dinner

Sirloin with herby mustard crust & shallot gravy

If you’re tired of turkey by the time Christmas Day arrives this joint of beef is just the ticket

Glazed gammon with parsley & cider sauce

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

When you want to do something different for Christmas, this glazed ham makes a wonderful alternative to turkey

Roast guinea fowl with chestnut, sage & lemon stuffing

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This festive game bird makes an ideal Christmas dinner for two. The portions are generous so you’ll have leftovers to enjoy