Parsnip & celeriac bake

If you're sick of the same old Christmas sides, perk up your parsnips with some celeriac

Warm salad of chicken livers, smoked paprika & Sherry

A delicious warm salad, full of smoky, garlicky flavours

Creamy rice pudding with stewed plums

Give your guests a nostalgic hit with this nursery pudding of the highest order

Toffee meringue pie

If you’ve only thought of meringue pie as the lemon kind, then think again. This version with toffee is spectacular

Baked apples with Calvados sauce

This favourite dessert of Maman Blanc is an ideal way to use up an autumn apple glut

Carrot & cheddar soup with toast soldiers

A clever and tasty way to disguise carrots for young ones

Foil-poached salmon with dill & avocado mayo

A whole poached salmon makes a buffet centrepiece with wow-factor – we’ve got ideas for using up the leftovers too

Ham, tomato & watercress tart

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
The secret to this tart is its cheesy, crisp polenta crust. Fabulous warm or cold and perfect for picnics

Ultimate sticky toffee pudding

One of our most requested recipes – puddings don't get any better

Goat’s cheese & onion pastries

Use a hearty shortcrust base then top with creamy cheese and crunchy walnuts and contrast with watercress salad