Roasted grapes

Make the perfect accompaniment for a Christmas cheeseboard with our roasted grapes. They pair beautifully with goat’s cheese especially

Bagel board

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

Serve a great sharing brunch for a crowd. Make all the soft cheese spreads a few days before, then on the day, simply toast the bagels and add your toppings

Spiced Christmas piccallili

A sweet, sharp pickle is a must-have at Christmas, and homemade is always superior to shop-bought. Be sure to wear gloves when preparing the beetroot to avoid purple-stained fingers!

Coconut panna cotta with passion fruit

Impress dinner guests with a tropical version of panna cotta with passion fruit, lime, mint and coconut flavours. It’s an ideal dessert for entertaining

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

Whole trout with almond & herb stuffing

We cooked this dish after [my husband] Neil had been out fishing and had caught a fresh-water trout. It’s the stuffing that makes this such a delicious dish; just soften onions and garlic in butter and mix it with the breadcrumbs, fresh herbs, almonds and slices of lemon. Trout is quite forgiving so you can use any mix of herbs you fancy. The stuffing would work just as well with a whole salmon or with small sea breams or seabass.
I really like cooking fish en papillote, and you could certainly use the sealed paper technique here – just cut a big sheet of baking paper to line the oven tray. Once the fish is in and drizzled with the oil, gently bring the sides together, being careful not to wrap the fish too tightly, then crimp to seal and cook as per the instructions below.

Smashed potato, dill, feta & pickled red onion salad

Look for Morrisons Market Street baby potatoes to make this salad with tangy feta – it works well as a side with grilled meat or fish

Italian stuffed muffuletta

Try our take on the classic Italian-American sandwich from New Orleans. Pack it up for a picnic – the flavour and texture improves when left to chill overnight