Fresh herb sauce

This fresh green purée is a light alternative to traditional heavy sauces and goes well with an Italian-style roast turkey or chicken

Brown sugar brandy cream

This simple brandy cream can be made in five minutes and is lighter than some traditional brandy butters

Edible name place biscuits

Finish off a beautifully laid table with these simple, mint-iced cookies – they're fun to make with the kids!

Christmas tree crispy pops

These fun marshmallow lollipops are a great way to entertain children in the kitchen

Peppermint candy canes

These sweet treats are a great last-minute gourmet addition to a homemade gift hamper and are fun to make with kids

Proper turkey gravy

This simple Christmas gravy can be made a few days ahead or you can freeze it for up to a month

Sausage, pancetta & rosemary pinwheels

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Skewering chipolatas with rosemary not only infuses them with flavour but makes a stylish alternative to pigs in blankets

Marmalade carrots

Sticky, buttery and sweet – this versatile side dish is simple yet glorious

Sprouts with sticky shallots

Spruce up the humble sprout by serving al denté with sweet onions and crunchy nuts

Baby potato fondants

This sumptuous side dish uses small new potatoes cooked until buttery-soft inside with crispy skins on the outside