Gravadlax

Cure your own salmon, Scandinavian-style, with dill, juniper, and lemon and serve with a mustard sauce

Crumbled top mince pies

Shortcrust pastry mincemeat pies with a twist – an extra crunchy and nutty crumble on top

Classic roast goose with cider gravy

A foolproof guide to cooking this festive favourite with a simple gravy

Lobster with Thermidor butter

A luxury that has been prized by chefs for years, so make the most of it with this cheat’s classic

Indian spiced barbecued lamb

Yogurt-based marinades create a delicious thin crust when they char, so are ideal for barbecues

Goat’s cheese & bistro salad

By grilling some bread and tossing together a simple salad, a piece of cheese becomes a course in itself

Slow-roast Persian lamb with pomegranate salad

This sweet, meltingly-tender lamb makes a show-stopping dinner party dish

Herby dressed turnips & roast chicken

Turn humble root veg into an unusual, flavour-packed side dish for your weekend roast

Boiled bacon with cabbage & carrots

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A classic. Boiled bacon is always well received, whatever the occasion, but we especially love the leftover sandwiches the next day!

Leek, mushroom & gruyère quiche

A favourite of Good Food's associate food ed, this quiche just had to be on the site. Perfect comfort food