Honey-crushed swede

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This sweet and spiced side dish pairs beautifully with meats such as glazed ham, roast chicken or sausages

Black & white rice salad with cumin-roasted butternut squash

This vibrant Persian side salad is studded with dried fruit, nuts and seeds and finished with crumbled feta – ideal to take along to a Christmas buffet

Stollen muffins

These little cakes are filled with all the festive, fruity flavours of this classic German Christmas bake – ideal for Christmas morning or a teatime treat

Clementine poppy seed loaf

This easy, zesty loaf cake makes a lighter festive alternative to traditionally dense fruitcakes – pipe the icing and add candied peel to add a touch of Christmas sparkle

Orange-stuffed Christmas duck

Duck with an orange glaze is an unbeatable combination, this mouthwatering main course is a festive feast for two

Sticky Port gravy

This full-flavoured, festive gravy can be made in advance – our secret ingredients of soy sauce and dried mushrooms add a deep hit of ‘umami’, or savouriness, to complement a roast

Turkish pilaf with saffron & goji berries

We’ve put together the ultimate recipe for brain health, packed with brain-boosting nutrients like cinnamon, almonds and goji berries

Spinach & ricotta rotolo

Theo Randall shares his recipe for a classic Italian dish that transforms homemade pasta into something special – our step-by-step instructions make it easy to follow

Honey & lemon trout with wilted spinach

This simple seafood supper is quick, easy and packed with good-for-you ingredients such as oily fish and spinach

Halloumi & red cabbage steaks

Thickly sliced wedges of roasted cabbage make a satisfying yet easy vegetarian dinner – served on a bed of herby, zesty quinoa

Beef goulash soup

A healthy, hearty soup based on the traditional Hungarian stew, with low-fat lean beef, sweet potato and smoked paprika

Microwave penne pappa al pomodoro

This perfect pasta dish for one can be whipped up in just 25 minutes using only a microwave – ideal for a quick lunch or weeknight dinner