Rice pudding with raisin & cinnamon syrup

Known as Arroz con Leche in Mexico, this is
perfect served in small glasses

Green Gem salad

This fresh salad is very low in fat, a perfect accompaniment to heavy BBQ food

Roasted roots

Maximise your oven space by throwing everything into one dish and roasting with goose fat

Spiced red cabbage with prunes

Braised red cabbage with Christmassy flavours – a lovely addition to the festive table

Crunchy roast potatoes

Crispy roast potatoes are an essential part of the perfect roast lunch. If you like parsnips, roast them in exactly the same way

Courgette & tomato linguine

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This sauce is based on the classic Italian bacon and tomato sauce, amatriciana – but it’s great without the bacon for veggies, too

Bread in four easy steps

Kids can help with this super-simple bread recipe. Use whichever flour you like, granary, wholemeal or white

Easy red wine gravy

Christmas just wouldn’t be the same without a full and flavoursome gravy on the table

Easiest ever pancakes

Step-by-step guide to making the perfect pancakes for Shrove Tuesday – or any night of the week

Really simple cranberry sauce

Making your own sauce is really easy, and you can do it a few days ahead. Plus, this one uses only three ingredients