Citrus marmalade

Have some citrus fruits threatening to go soft in your fruit bowl? Make a zingy marmalade – as well as spreading it on your toast, it makes a lovely gift

Vegan courgette cake

Use up a glut of courgettes and bake this vegan loaf cake with tangy lemon drizzle. Ideal for a coffee morning or afternoon tea

American buckwheat pancakes

Make these American pancakes made with buckwheat flour for a lazy weekend breakfast or brunch. Enjoy with blueberries or chocolate chips and maple syrup

Vegan vanilla cupcakes

Bake these vegan versions of vanilla cupcakes for a sweet treat. They’re ideal served with a cuppa for a mid-morning treat or for afternoon tea

Masala chai

Blend black tea with cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, ginger and black peppercorns to make a cup of Indian-inspired chai – it’s sure to liven the senses

Spinach pancakes

Enjoy these spinach-based pancakes with berries and maple syrup, or remove the sugar from the batter and serve them savoury with bacon and a poached egg

Crunchy garlic & parmesan sprouts

Forget soggy Brussels sprouts! Spruce up a classic Christmas side with the help of a crispy, golden parmesan and breadcrumb topping

Roasted red cabbage with pomegranate molasses

Serve this caramelised roasted red cabbage with ruby pomegranate seeds as a special veggie side this Christmas

Carrots with bacon & marmalade butter

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

Take the humble carrot to new heights with an irresistible bacon and marmalade butter. This makes a great Christmas dinner side

Christmas muffins

Make these zesty, spiced muffins ahead of Christmas Day, then begin the festivities by handing them out while everyone opens their gifts under the tree