Christmas nachos

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims/non-pork eaters.

Try this clever way to use up your Christmas leftovers, including the remnants of your cheeseboard. Best enjoyed with a Boxing Day movie

Brie-stuffed pancakes with crispy bacon

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims/non-pork eaters.

Enjoy our fluffy American-style pancakes with an oozing cheese filling and crispy bacon topping. They’re great for Pancake Day or a weekend brunch

Christmas veg gratin

Make the most of Christmas veg with this flavour-packed gratin side dish. With Brussels sprouts, carrots and potatoes, it’s laced with double cream and topped with cheese

Stuffed baby squash with creamy mushrooms & tarragon

Delight dinner guests with these stuffed baby squash, made with mixed grains, mushrooms and tarragon. It makes an ideal veggie centrepiece at Christmas

Ratatouille tart with flaky cheddar & thyme pastry

Bake cheesy puff pastry topped with a smoky aubergine and tomato compote and roasted courgettes for this stunning tart. It’s ideal for lunch with friends

Blackberry jelly

Pair this versatile blackberry jelly with a sharp cheddar, or spread over scones with cream. Make sure you use ripe, juicy berries

Pink pepper pickled shallots

Enjoy these pink pepper pickled shallots with hard cheeses like cheddar, comté or gruyère, or served alongside a fondue. They make an ideal festive gift

Mornay melting-middle fishcakes

Try making these indulgent fishcakes with crisp breadcrumbs on the outside and a cheesy, saucy surprise in the centre. They’re perfect for lunch or supper

Cheesy sausage & bean pies

Bake these pies for a lunch-time treat the whole family will love. Shop-bought pastry makes them quick and easy to prepare, and you can use canned beans from the back of the storecupboard

Crumpet pizzas

Help younger children make these easy crumpet pizzas for lunch, or let older kids put them together themselves. Use whatever veg you have in the fridge for the toppings

Rainbow spaghetti

Try making this rainbow spaghetti as a sensory activity for babies and toddlers, or serve as a fun lunch – just top with their favourite dressing, and enjoy with a salad

Cheese, apple & potato pasties

Bake a batch of these moreish pasties, filled with cheese, apple and potato. You only need five simple ingredients