Comté cheese soufflé

Raymond Blanc's recipe for this sumptuous dinner party starter, with a luxurious cheesy sauce, is guaranteed to impress – use gruyère or emmenthal cheese, if you prefer

Red pepper hummus with crispbread snaps

Naturally low in fat, this red pepper hummus also supplies vitamin C to help boost your defences. The crispbreads are protein and omega-3 rich, combining to make a healthy, nutritious snack 

Roast chicken & roots

This one-tray, vibrant and veg-heavy roast chicken dish provides four of your five-a-day

Pan-fried mackerel fillets with beetroot & fennel

Mackerel fillets contain beneficial fats, are quick to cook, and really complement this earthy and vibrant salad with a yogurt dressing

Minted pea, goat’s cheese & spinach wraps

These cheesy wraps are loaded with immune-friendly nutrients, including vitamin C and can be made ahead for an easy packed lunch

Sweet potato dhal with curried vegetables

This rich and comforting spicy lentil dish, topped with lightly curried vegetables, is delicious served with creamy yogurt and zesty lime

Marinated goat’s cheese

A refreshing alternative to a full cheeseboard, this zesty thyme and chilli treat can be made ahead and given as a gift – just wrap up and add a box of good-quality crackers and chutney

Spiced salmon coulibiac

This make-ahead main of pastry-wrapped fish and rice is an extra-special way to serve seafood for a dinner party, spiced with cardamom, cloves and chilli

Chocolate orange cheesecake

This decadent, make-ahead dessert is perfect for a festive dinner party or buffet, with a zesty cream cheese filling and dark chocolate biscuit base

Alaskan yule log

Arctic roll meets baked Alaska in this ice cream filled chocolate log topped with meringue – an impressive dessert to make ahead for a dinner party

Winter whiskey sour

This classic bourbon cocktail takes a festive turn with a splash of orange juice and edible gold glitter – perfect for Christmas parties

Crispy bacon-basted turkey

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Make Christmas dinner even more special with our top tips for the the juiciest meat ever, infused with smoky goodness from an indulgent bacon butter baste