Zesty Christmas sprout salad

Serve this salad at a Christmas buffet. With pomegranate seeds and festive colours, it will offset platters of meat and cheese

‘Marry me’ gnocchi

Indulge in this rich, cheesy bake – it’s just the thing for chilly days when you don’t want to leave the house. Serve with a fresh green salad

Croissant crackers

Pair these sweet-and-savoury crackers with creamy brie for Christmas snacking. They also make a great gift – just package them up in an airtight container

Cheeseboard mince pies

Enjoy a savoury twist on the classic mince pie by working sharp cheddar into the pastry – it pairs wonderfully with the rich, fruity mincemeat

Pineapple pulled pork

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims/non-pork eaters.

Use a slow cooker, if you like, to make this pulled pork. Pork shoulder is a budget-friendly cut, so it’s a great way to feed a crowd without breaking the bank

Turkey & ginger brothy rice

Use up that Christmas turkey carcass with this light but flavour-packed rice dish. Top with coriander leaves, crispy chilli oil and crispy onions to serve

Pork belly bites

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims/non-pork eaters.

Serve these moreish mini pork ribs flavoured with clementines and chilli jam as part of a buffet or as canapes. They’re ideal at Christmas to serve a crowd

Leftover Yorkshire bread & butter pudding

Transform leftover Yorkshire puddings into a comforting bread and butter pudding. If you don’t have lemon curd, marmalade or jam will work well

Dubai chocolate cheesecake

Draw on the Dubai chocolate trend in this baked cheesecake. With a kataifi pastry base, pistachio filling and chocolate ganache topping, it’s a showstopper

Charred chilli pineapple salsa

Rustle up this zingy tropical salsa to serve with your favourite grilled meats and salads