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Christmas carbonara

You can use spaghetti or penne for this simple supper dish. Mushrooms aren't traditional in a carbonara, but we love them here.

Author: Andy Harris

Ham ribollita

Author: Charlie Clapp

Thai inspired vegetable broth

Author: Jodene Jordan

Courgette & feta fritters

Make these easy fritters in advance to pack for picnics or a lunchbox, or serve them hot from the frying pan.

Author: Georgina Hayden

Asparagus & halloumi salad

Author: Laura Fyfe

Xim xim de galinha

This chicken and shrimp stew hails from the Afro-Brazilian region of Bahia ('xim xim' is an African term for stew). A bit like a korma, this is sweet, spicy, nutty and really tasty.

Author: Jamie Oliver

Sliced fennel, orange & almond salad

Author: Georgie Socratous

Vegan nut roast

Being vegan doesn't mean compromising on flavour, as this recipe proves. Tofu gives this nut roast a creaminess that makes it seem decadent. Crunchy and full of spices, everyone will be tucking in. You...

Author: Emma Goss-Custard

Blood orange mimosa

A simple twist on that party classic - blood orange gives it a fantastic colour and deeper flavour

Author: Andy Harris

Poached chicken

Author: Kate McCullough

Oysters Rockefeller

This famous entreƩ, probably the most popular oyster dish, has many versions.

Author: Ginny Rolfe

Haggis, neeps & tatties

Feel free to use vegetarian haggis if you prefer, which you can find online. Tatties (mashed potatoes) don't usually contain spring onions, so omit them if you like.

Author: Abi Fawcett

Radish pickle

Author: Jamie Oliver

Mixed nut & honey baklava

This Greek classic is a heady combination of nuts, honey, citrus and spices, sandwiched between crispy filo layers

Author: Joss Herd

Chicken wings, agrodolce style

Sticky, sweet and oh-so-delicious chicken wings - a cheap but tasty part of the bird. This is a very simple dish that invests in big flavours, so it only needs griddled bruschetta and sliced pickled onions...

Author: Jamie Oliver

Sicilian roasted cauliflower & Brussels sprouts

Bulk up your traditional Brussels sprouts with some cauliflower - the spice and roasting brings out their natural sweetness

Author: Pippa Kendrick

Cheat's paella

Author: Francesca Paling

Warm potato salad with capers & rocket

This goes well with any grilled meat, but we love it best with sardines.

Author: Andy Harris

Baked potato, celeriac & garlic mash

Author: Kate McCullough

Stuffed cabbage rolls

Author: Lizzie Harris

Spiced flapjacks

This nutty, spiced slice is super quick and easy to whip up - and as it bakes it will fill your kitchen with amazing Christmassy smells.

Author: Laura Fyfe

Chicken, leek & pea pasta bake

A delicious pasta bake for the whole family to enjoy from the lovely Chiappa sisters. Great for using up leftover chicken.

Author: The Chiappa Sisters

Vegan toffee apple upside down cake

Sticky-sweet and topped with lightly spiced apples, this makes the perfect afternoon tea treat!

Author: Rebecca Rauter

Sardine spaghetti

Pasta con le sarde is a trademark dish of Sicily, due to the abundance of beautiful fresh seafood they have in southern Italy. However, my version uses tinned sardines, which are a great alternative if...

Author: Jamie Oliver

Chocolate Guinness Cake

With a heady mix of Guinness and chocolate, this cake is a grown-up treat. Rich and dark, the velvety bitterness of the Guinness brings out the flavour of the chocolate, so it packs a punch, while lending...

Author: Laura Fyfe

Summer pudding

We've spread the bread with a little jam to stop it getting too soggy, but this isn't traditional.

Author: Phillippa Spence

Involtini di manzo

Author: Kate McCullough

Mulled wine

Author: Maddie Rix

Jamon wrapped cod with borlotti bean stew

This wonderfully hearty seafood supper is packed with wintry flavours, perfect with mild, meaty cod. If you can't get dried borlotti beans, just use the equivalent amount of tinned, drained beans.

Author: Andy Harris

Black & blushing Worcestershire fillet

This is the most delicious barbecued beef I think I've ever had (even if I say so myself). Trust me because it's going to go really dark and look burnt, but it'll be perfect inside if you do it right.

Author: Jamie Oliver

Winter pasta salad

Author: Georgina Hayden

Fruit & nut topping for Christmas cake

This fruity cake topping jazzes up any Christmas cake recipe and looks really tempting and festive!

Author: Georgie Hayden

Epic egg salad

Properly done old-school egg salads like this are out of this world - delicious!

Author: Jamie Oliver

Dutch baby pancakes with roasted plums

Also known as German pancakes, these oven-baked delights puff up like sweet Yorkshire puddings.

Author: Joss Herd

Clams casino

Author: Pete Begg

Sweet & sticky roast quail

Za'atar, a Lebanese herb mix, is available at larger supermarkets and speciality shops. You can easily make it by crushing dried thyme and marjoram using a pestle and mortar, then stirring through some...

Author: Andy Harris

Pistou soup

Author: Andy Harris

Quiche leekraine

Author: Georgina Hayden

Asian style watermelon salad

Watermelon is just so refreshing in summer, and the crisp radishes, fresh mint and chilli hum from the dressing make this incredible. It really reminds me of the food in Los Angeles.

Author: Jamie Oliver

Aperol & grapefruit citrus jellies

The classic Aperol spritz goes jelly-tastic with this delicious summery recipe!

Author: Maddie Rix

Roasted grapes with cheese

The sweet-sourness of the roasted grapes in this dead-easy dish complement the beautiful cheeses perfectly. Teamed with crispy sage, crunchy walnuts and hunks of fresh bread, this is an outright winner,...

Author: Jamie Oliver

Braised veal

Author: Andy Harris & Georgie Socratous

Spring chicken pie

Serve with seasonal veg for the perfect family dinner!

Author: Elspeth Meston

Pheasant stew with chestnut dumplings

Grouse and partridge may be the king and queen of gamebirds, but in a stew they're no match for the humble pheasant. With bacon, herbs and nice booze, pheasant is simply delicious; add a few chestnut dumplings...

Author: Peter Begg

Pork & apple sausage rolls

Author: Laura Fyfe

Charred pepper pesto

Author: Christina Mackenzie

Drunken broad bean & goat's cheese salad

This gorgeous salad is super-easy to throw together, and really shows off the best of what this time of year has to offer.

Author: Charlie Clapp