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A new Christmas tradition has emerged over the last few years as the supermarkets engage in a price war over veg. When a bag of carrots costs as little as 8p, it’s worth buying extra and getting creat

Fight off winter sluggishness with these energising and protein-packed plant-based meals from Christina Soteriou

We’ve upped the flavour stakes on these by adding a simple seasoning that also brings a bit more crunch. SERVES 6-8 PREP 10 mins COOK 1 hr 30 mins EASY VE ❄ 2kg Maris Piper or King Edwardpotatoes6 tbs

A crowd-pleasing pie with a rich, buttery filling. Sage leaves are baked into the pastry while the beetroot adds vibrant colour. SERVES 8 PREP 30 mins plus40 mins chilling COOK 1 hr 30 mins MORE EFFOR

Chestnuts roasting on an open fire…” It’s impossible to think of Christmas without these seasonal gems. Unlike most nuts, chestnuts are low in fat and high in water, which is why they have that unique

We’ve used a few clever tricks that don’t involve much extra work to deliver our most succulent turkey yet, along with crispy, herby skin. The ease of this recipe means you’ll have plenty of time to g