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

This could be the recipe you need to convert all sprout sceptics. It combines two of my favourite ingredients: brussels and bacon. I make extra so I can turn leftovers into bubble and squeak for Boxin

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

Go meat-free with this cheat’s version of Turkish gözleme (stuffed flatbread). It works as a light dinner. ■ Serves 2 ■ Prep 20 mins ■ Cook 15 mins 1 tbsp olive oil1 red onion, finely sliced2 garlic c

Turn fries into dinner with this loaded sweet potato and parsnip fries recipe. Topped with crispy bacon, a creamy blue cheese sauce and tangy pickled cabbage, this is a meal everyone can enjoy. Serves

By Jake CohenServes 6-8 | Prep 15 mins | Cook 1 hr 15 mins FOR THE SMASHED POTATOES 4lbs baby golden potatoes120ml olive oilKosher salt and freshly ground black pepper FOR THE DRESSING 60ml olive oil2