Starry mincemeat slices

Get creative with your mincemeat this Christmas and try this simple traybake version of mince pies

Mint chutney

Complement and cool a curry with some homemade mint chutney

Welsh onion cake

This is Welsh comfort food at its finest – layers of sliced potatoes and soft onions cooked together until sticky and golden

Pot-roasted vegetables

Slow-cooked, pot-roasted vegetables develop a sweet flavour and soft texture, lovely with braised beef

Pan-fried scallops with cauliflower vanilla purée

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Vanilla pairs beautifully with the creamy mellow flavour of cauliflower and the sweetness of caramelised scallops

Piri-piri prawns

Make sure there are extra as everyone will want one of these – and a finger bowl too – they can get messy!

Tortellini with ricotta, spinach & bacon

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This crunchy and creamy pasta is special enough for summer entertaining

Tagliatelle with mussels & crème fraîche

A simple-but-special main course, it’s meat-free and perfect for a Friday night

Classic trifle

Christmas celebrations are not complete without a trifle and this recipe is guaranteed to be the crown jewels of the table

Creamy mushroom soup

Use porcini and wild mushrooms to make this rich and creamy soup that makes a filling yet light supper for cold nights. Serve with croutons and chives