24 shortcuts to a fuss-free christmas

Concentrate on making memories, not stressing over cooking and gifting, with expert tips from chefs and foodies

Keep the stress (and cost!) of festive entertaining in check with prep-ahead freezer meals you can pull out as needed

It’s what everyone’s been waiting for… sensational roasts and vegetarian showstoppers arriving at the table with a flourish

Often, it’s the supporting roles that command the most attention – like these glorious starters, sides and sauces

Chef and influencer Claire Thomson shares how to cook quick, nutrition-packed meals on a shoestring

By Charlie Tomlinson (wildroot.kitchen) Serves 6 | Prep 25 mins plus chilling | Cook 50 mins FOR THE FILLING 1 tbsp olive oil1 onion, diced4 garlic cloves, crushed10g fresh sage, finely chopped2 sprig