Bacon & mushroom risotto

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A one-pan family favourite of Italian rice that’s quick to prepare and low calorie too

Creamy pesto & chicken pasta salad

If you need a quick boost of carbohydrates, try this filling and nutritionally-balanced pasta salad

Creamy chicken & green bean pesto pasta

Grab some Italian pesto and greens from your storecupboard and rustle up this pot – penne or fusilli work well

Celeriac, pancetta & thyme soup

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Its appearance may be gnarly, but the soft white flesh of turnip-like celeriac is versatile, and perfect paired with salty pancetta

Turkey chilli & rice tacos

These Mexican corn tortilla shells are filled with chilli con carne made with healthy and thrifty turkey mince

Baked buffalo chicken wings

Sticky spiced wings make great finger food or canapés, and this version skips the deep-fried stage so they’re healthier

Lamb & apricot stew

A fruity and warming Middle Eastern tagine to be served with couscous and herbs – a speedy casserole with plenty of flavour

Fresh herb sauce

This fresh green purée is a light alternative to traditional heavy sauces and goes well with an Italian-style roast turkey or chicken

Proper turkey gravy

This simple Christmas gravy can be made a few days ahead or you can freeze it for up to a month

Smoked haddock & white bean soup

Freeze this rich fish soup ahead of a dinner party with friends to make host duties easier

Chicken, ham, leek & roast potato pie

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This bake is a great way to use up leftover roast potatoes or gammon and can be made-ahead and frozen for convenience

Slow-cooked rabbit stew

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This is a true taste of autumn, a big bowl of rich, dark, boozy rabbit casserole