Hasselback roasties

Don’t be put off by the preparation. Slice the spuds on Christmas eve and keep in a bowl of water overnight – they’re well worth the effort

Versatile veg soup

A basic soup recipe that can be adapted to whatever needs using up from the fridge

Sweet potato & pineapple korma

An easy to prepare vegetarian curry with a sweet twist

Cinnamon pancakes with compote & maple syrup

American-style pancakes make a special weekend breakfast. You can even make the batter the night before

Rhubarb & custard crunch

Kids will enjoy assembling these little pots. If rhubarb isn't your thing, any cooked or canned fruit works well

Honey crunch granola with almonds & apricots

Vary the flavour of your cereal by adding whatever nuts, seeds and dried fruit you like

Chocolate truffles

These truffles, from Good Food reader Jeanette Jones, make great gifts. Vary them with chopped walnuts, dried fruit or a splash of rum

Bay & orange roast turkey

Brushing the turkey with a last-minute sticky glaze means your bird will be golden and looking its best when you bring it to the table

All in-one bread sauce

Christmas isn’t complete without creamy bread sauce and this recipe is super-easy to make

Minty lamb kebabs

These minty kebabs are a treat for the whole family and fun for the kids to make too