Lamb with Christmas spices

Keep this in the freezer ready for dinner parties and serve it with rice and salad or crunchy potatoes and vegetables

Melty mushroom Wellingtons

This smart all-in-one vegetarian main is perfect for entertaining on winter nights

Mulling syrup

This spiced syrup works equally well for mulled wine or cider. Make a batch ahead of time for entertaining or make up a gift kit for Christmas

Figgy Christmas pudding

A classic that every Christmas table should have. Make ahead and simply steam the puds to reheat on the big day

Chilli nuts

A little kick of chilli does wonders with nuts

Cracked black pepper & figgy bread

A fiery hit that goes well with cheese

Caramel soufflés with caramel sauce

Soufflés are always an after-dinner winner, and these saucy caramel treats are no exception

Frosted courgette & lemon cake

This luscious cake is lemony and light, with an extra citrus kick from the lemon syrup drizzle

Hazelnut fruitcake

Enjoy this ‘glut and nut’ cake, made with excess courgettes and apples, with a cup of tea

Braised leeks & peas

A light and versatile side dish from Angela Nilsen, this can be simmered slowly as you prepare your main