Goat’s cheese & onion pastries

Use a hearty shortcrust base then top with creamy cheese and crunchy walnuts and contrast with watercress salad

The ultimate makeover: Coffee walnut cake

A delicious but lighter version of teatime favourite, coffee and walnut cake

Honey-glazed quail with Waldorf salad

This makes an impressive starter for a celebration menu – but you won’t be tied to the stove all night

Mont Blanc ice-cream squares

This Christmas dessert, based on the French classic, can be made several weeks ahead, saving you from the usual stress of the season

Three-cheese cheesecake

The ultimate American dessert

Blitz-&-bake sticky toffee Christmas pud

This deliciously moist alternative to the traditional pudding was conjured up by combining sticky toffee pudding and carrot cake

Quinoa tabbouleh

Enjoy this nutrient-packed salad, with juicy tomatoes and cucumber, as a delicious and healthy lunch

Creamy celery gratin

Let celery take centre stage in this delicious side dish. The
wine and stock make an intense sauce,
while the nutty breadcrumbs provide
a satisfying crunch

Blue cheese pasta

A great pasta dish that uses up your Christmas storecupboard faves

Banana yogurt pots

Ideal as a pudding, or make it for breakfast

Mixed greens with walnuts

A delicious nutty side dish to complement your Christmas meal

Chicken liver & mushroom nests

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
The rich earthy taste of mushroom pâté powers through these delicious little Christmas stuffing treats