Try exciting new ideas for the festive period, plus stress-free suppers for in-between days
We’ve planned all of your festive menus, so all you need to do is shop and cook. Some of these recipes can be made ahead and kept chilled or frozen, meaning there’s more time to relax and celebrate.
Christmas Eve dinner
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Baked ham hock pots page 34
These indulgent pots can be halved or doubled and made ahead – the perfect option for entertaining.
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Winter vegetable caponata page 94
This hearty, wholesome dish is just the thing if you’re catering for guests on a vegan diet.
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No-bake PB&J cheesecake squares
page 58
Make this luxurious dessert in advance to enjoy while wrapping last-minute presents.
Special dinner for two
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Dolcelatte-stuffed figs online recipe
These sweet and salty canapés are quickly assembled for a special addition to your meal.
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Venison steaks with stroganoff sauce & shoestring fries online recipe
This dish is made with ingredients you may already have, plus seasonal venison.
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Chocolate truffle & honeycomb torte
page 58
Adapt this fridge cake with your favourite flavours, like coffee, rum or orange zest.
Get-together with friends
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Snowball
online recipe
Kick-start your evening with a retro Christmassy tipple.
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Hot smoked salmon & beetroot platter page 35
Make a sharing starter to enjoy alongside your drinks.
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Orlando Murrin’s rich pork goulash page 136
Make and freeze this ahead of time for any last-minute dinner parties.
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Magical meringue tree
page 12
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