• Greengage jam

    Greengage jam

    Gather up gorgeous greengages to make a beautiful jam. Using fruit before it’s very ripe has a higher pectin content, so opt for these over softer options

    Easy
  • Blackberry jelly

    Blackberry jelly

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

    Easy
  • Chiu Chow smacked cucumber

    Chiu Chow smacked cucumber

    Enjoy this spicy smacked cucumber with steak, if you like, or as an appetiser. ‘Smacking’ the cucumber allows the marinade to be absorbed into the flesh

    Easy
  • Sticky rib hot pot

    Sticky rib hot pot

    Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

    Combine sticky ribs and a hot pot to make this fabulous family-sized casserole. It’s full of flavour, with pork ribs, sweet potato, red peppers and mangetout

    More effort
  • Siu mai (dim sum)

    Siu mai (dim sum)

    Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

    Make one of the most popular types of dim sum, siu mai. They’re traditionally topped with fish roe, but we’ve opted for goji berries for a pop of colour

    A challenge
  • Soy-basted mushroom burgers

    Soy-basted mushroom burgers

    Make a change from meat with these marvellous mushroom burgers. The sweetness of the onion and courgette goes beautifully with the savoury oyster sauce

    Easy
  • Meringue candy canes

    Meringue candy canes

    Decorate your Christmas tree with these colourful peppermint-flavoured meringue candy canes. They also make a lovely gift during the festive period

    Easy
  • Popcorn bunting

    Popcorn bunting

    Decorate your home at Christmas with our festive colourful popcorn bunting. It won’t stay fresh for long, so be sure to make an extra batch to eat, too!

    Easy
  • Tea Advent calendar

    Tea Advent calendar

    Package homemade teas in numbered paper bags or containers to create a DIY Advent calendar. Add brewing instructions – or leave them as surprises!