Pea & mint soup

A superhealthy starter or snack that's great hot or cold

New potatoes with radishes & cured ham

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Warm, waxy potatoes are the perfect foil for the peppery radishes and rich cured ham

Spiced red cabbage with prunes

Braised red cabbage with Christmassy flavours – a lovely addition to the festive table

Courgette & tomato linguine

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This sauce is based on the classic Italian bacon and tomato sauce, amatriciana – but it’s great without the bacon for veggies, too

Bread in four easy steps

Kids can help with this super-simple bread recipe. Use whichever flour you like, granary, wholemeal or white

Easy red wine gravy

Christmas just wouldn’t be the same without a full and flavoursome gravy on the table

Roly-poly bread & butter pud

There’s nothing more comforting than a nursery pud, and this recipe combines two favourites in one

Super-fast prawn noodles

A flavoursome Chinese-style dish, ready in 15 mins

Veggie sausage popovers

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Lesley Waters’ vegetarian toad in the hole is simple to make and can be frozen until needed

Pancetta-wrapped trout

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
You can prepare this the day before and changing the quantity is simple, making it a perfect dinner party dish

All-the-trimmings roast potatoes

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Save space and time by throwing everything together in the same bowl. Perfect for people without a four-doored oven

Ultimate roast potatoes

This foolproof recipe will ensure even first timers get crispy skins and fluffy insides. Make sure your potatoes are perfect for Sunday lunch or even Christmas dinner