Christmas pudding cheesecake

Cross a Christmas pudding with a cheesecake and what do you get? A fantastic alternative festive dessert with a crunchy ginger base and creamy filling

Lobster & celeriac remoulade

This festive make-ahead starter is perfect for a Christmas meal for two. Serve with crunchy toast and a scattering of dill for an impressive seafood dish

Chocolate & cherry Christmas pudding

A twist on the classic Christmas pudding,  our cherry version is served with silky dark chocolate, a rich brandy sauce and a dollop of double cream

Beetroot & squash Wellingtons with kale pesto

Put some welly in your Christmas dinner. Make these vegan Wellingtons ahead of time for a less stressed Christmas dinner. Even the meat eaters will love them!

Make-ahead Prosecco & wild mushroom gravy

Add some sparkle to this rich gravy in the form of a dash of Prosecco, to intensify the flavour. Get ahead of the game and make your gravy in advance

Ham hock & pistachio roll

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

If you're looking for a Christmas classic with a twist, this French ham hock and pistachio terrine, transformed into a modern make-ahead starter is for you

Chocolate hazelnut ice cream cheesecake

No one will guess that this easy, rich and creamy no-cook, make-ahead cheesecake uses only 4 ingredients – ideal for a dinner party

Mexican pork koftas

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Transform minced pork into a make-ahead, freezable party canapé or buffet bite – serve with creamy guacamole for dipping

Rabbit & pork terrine with peppercorns

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This rich terrine, with thyme, allspice and brandy, can be pressed and mature overnight for a perfect make-ahead starter or light lunch

Ginger beer & tangerine glazed ham

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This warming ginger beer-spiced ham is great for Christmas entertaining as it’s simple to prepare ahead of time