Crunchy parsnips

Forget soggy parsnips: roast them with our polenta and paprika coating and you'll be rewarded with golden, crunchy veg. It makes a lovely Christmas side dish

Sage & onion Yorkshire puddings

Add sage and onion to Yorkshire pudding batter for a delicious side dish to go with a Sunday roast or your Christmas dinner

Herb-buttered baby carrots

Make the herby mustard butter a few days ahead, then microwave your carrots on the day for a speedy vegetarian side. It's the perfect dish for Christmas dinner or a Sunday roast

Crushed roots with walnut & mace butter

Serve an extra-special side dish at Christmas made with root veg, walnuts and festive spice. In an added bonus, it's healthy too

Cheesy sprout gratin

Wondering how to make winning sprouts for your Christmas menu? Try our cheesy sprout gratin and you'll convert anyone who previously snubbed this festive veg

Festive porchetta

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Try serving Tom Kerridge’s porchetta on Boxing Day. Seasoned with a festive spice mix, it also works as an alternative to turkey on Christmas Day

One-pan pigs-in-blanket beans

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Remember baked beans with mini sausages? Make Tom’s pigs-in-blankets with beans – it’s great as a festive side dish during the Christmas period

Roasted hispi cabbage with a garlic & chilli crumb

Enjoy Tom's roasted cabbage with his festive porchetta or a roast ham. It works beautifully as a vegetable side dish

Jammy star cookies

Bake these lovely star-shaped biscuits to give as edible Christmas gifts for family and friends. They're easy to make, so kids can get involved too

Chocolate orange cookies

Top rich chocolate biscuits with candied orange peel to make these moreish bites. They make a great edible gift for Christmas