Sharing potted shrimp

Potting shellfish in a cayenne and mace-flavoured butter is a surprisingly simple fish starter that’s great as part of a sharing platter

Scandi smoked salmon

Try a Scandinavian approach to your smoked fish by adding dill, horseradish, lemon and red onion – great as part of a sharing platter

Chipolatas wrapped in sage & pancetta

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Update festive favourite trimming pigs-in-blankets by covering sausages in Italian bacon and herb

Cherry & pistachio stuffing

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Try a new flavour combo in sausagemeat stuffing balls – sweet fruit, crunchy nuts and fresh parsley are a perfect match

Orange pastry mince pies

Good Food reader Helen Carmichael shares her homemade citrus pastry recipe – perfect for filling with your own mincemeat

Roast chicken soup

Use up leftover chicken in this rustic soup with garlic cream and cheesy scones on the side

Saucy chicken & vegetables

Cook your chicken so it's moist with a crispy skin and serve with mixed greens and a creamy tarragon sauce

Baked mushrooms with ricotta & pesto

The rich basil sauce helps balance the tangy ricotta and earthy mushroom flavours of this easy vegetarian starter

Cinnamon porridge with banana & berries

Start the day in a superhealthy way with energy-boosting oats and fresh fruit

Courgette & tomato soup

Batch cook a vegetable soup when you have a seasonal bounty and you'll always have a healthy meal in the freezer