Mini turkey & cranberry pies

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
These dinky pies are so versatile – try them with chopped ham and mustard, too

Mum’s Christmas pudding

Good Food reader Christine Ford shares her late mum’s Christmas pudding recipe – the ideal last-minute option as it doesn’t need to mature to taste really good

Sugar-dusted mince pie parcels

Want freshly baked, homemade mince pies without the hassle of lining tins? Try our easiest ever version

Smoked trout pâté & pitta crisps

Cheaper than smoked salmon, this smoked trout dip makes a smart party nibble or simple starter

Coconut-crusted lime chicken

Treat your friends or family to these chicken bites, delicious with mango chutney and rice – and good cold the next day too

Spicy mushroom & broccoli noodles

Shiitake mushrooms give a ‘meaty’ texture and flavour to this healthy stir-fry

Red Thai meatball curry

A colourful, zingy curry that the whole family will enjoy

Squished tomato pasta sauce

Help kids aged 3-6 make their own superhealthy fresh tomato sauce to go with pasta

Thai chicken curry

Learn how to make an authentic-tasting Thai curry with this step-by-step recipe

Festive fondant fancies

Turn a simple traybake into magical mouthfuls with these fun and easy decoration ideas