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Pecan-crusted French toast with tahini & maple whipped mascarpone

Indulge in this decadent brunch dish that makes the most of leftover brioche, panettone or challah bread. Cassie Best

Bake a classic cake

Missed out on Stir-up Sunday? This traditional Christmas cake can be ready in an afternoon, with no need for multiple feeds

Mince pies wth a surprise…

For a sweet and savoury taste sensation, we’re bringing mince pies and cheddar together in festive harmony, plus even more fruity ideas to liven up your cheeseboard

The perfect pairing with brie or camembert

Croissant crackers These sweet-and-savoury crackers match well with

The perfect pairing with blue cheese

Spiced Christmas piccalilli Sweet, sharp, crunchy pickle is

The perfect pairing with goat’s cheese

Roasted grapes with honey & thyme SERVES 12

Make one large mince pie

Starry mince pie tart Prefer to serve a

Christmas around the world

Be inspired by the time-honoured traditions of this month’s contributors bringing you biryani from Sri Lanka, doughnuts from Italy, and more

Travel through traditions around the world

Turkey with all the trimmings may be the main event at Christmas, but there’s so much more to discover

Festive brunch

Treat any overnight guests to a simple and vibrant late-morning spread

Mary Berry's family classic

To celebrate her 90th, the nation’s best-loved home cook shares her take on a make-ahead fish pie for Christmas eve

The joy of Twixmas

The days between Christmas and New Year’s Eve lend themselves to casual get-togethers centred around sharing plates – plus a showstopping treat or two

After-dinner drinks

Round off the evening with a sweet tipple to keep spirits bright, or perhaps as a stand-in for dessert

Totally tropical New Year’s Eve

Welcome e in 2026 with fruity flavours and bold, bright plates to make a party at home feel like a sunshine getaway

3 ways with panettone

If you’ve unwrapped a box of panettone too many, reinvent it with a few simple ingredients

Deep and crisp and even

These easy bites are a breeze to make in the air fryer – perfect for a last-minute get-together

Second helpings

Need fresh inspiration for the Christmas leftovers? We have lots of tempting ideas to keep you feasting on Boxing Day and beyond

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Discover it now: turnips

Make the most of this underused peppery root veg with top tips and comforting recipes from Barney Desmazery

WHY wild venison SHOULD BE ON YOUR FESTIVE TABLE

Wild venison is a sustainable meat that you can now enjoy whatever the season

easy recipes for every day

Poppy O’Toole’s viral smashed potato quiche, p108

storecupboard saviours

Rethink the possibilities for dinner by stocking up on these hero ingredients:

Tomato & sardine orzo with olive gremolata

Shoot director JORDAN EDMONDS-MOORE | Food stylist ROSIE REYNOLDS

Peanut butter & coconut chicken traybake with cucumber salad

£1.61 per serving Peanut butter is incredibly versatile, lifting

Harissa & shallot one-pot rice with aubergine & turmeric yogurt

81p per serving Turn rice into a hearty and

Chilli & lime black beans with coconut cream, crispy ginger & herbs

91p per serving A jar of black beans goes

a slice of comfort

Make use of your Christmas cheeseboard leftovers by transforming them into a hearty, warming pie

one-pan heroes

Try simple, flavourful dishes from social media star Poppy O’Toole that also save on the washing-up

Cauliflower steak with piccata sauce & white beans

Make this for your next date night. Usually made

Ham, cheese & pesto croissant bake

Shoot director FREDDIE STEWART | Food stylist ROSIE REYNOLDS

fast, fresh dinners

Get a nutritious meal on the table in no time with these speedy recipes from Jamie

Chickpea arrabbiata

Fast, spicy and delicious, this is the perfect midweek meal to put a smile on your face.

Easy prawn curry

Prawns cook very quickly, so they’re perfect for this speedy, fragrant curry.

See the spectacular Swiss Alps on the Glacier Express

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IN the KNOW

Master pescatarian cooking following expert advice, plus make our next level profiteroles

Next level PROFITEROLES

Upgrade your Christmas dessert with our crisp, craquelin-topped profiteroles, filled with light cream and topped with an indulgent hot fudge sauce

MAKE THE MOST OF SEAFOOD

Planning a pescatarian feast? Ben Champkin , chef-patron at Catch at the Old Fish Market in Weymouth, shares his expert advice

BOOKS for COOKS

Resident reviewer Fiona Forman tries the chocolate truffles from Marc Summers’ Bubala , and casts her eye over other top titles

5 of the best KITCHEN GADGETS

Looking for a gift or updating your appliances? Our expert reviews team has tested over 250 products this year – here are some of their top-rated favourites

GET OUT and ABOUT

Treat friends and family to locally made Chirstmas gifts, enjoy a festive afternoon tea or take the kids to a magical light trail

What to eat for healthy skin

Dr Chintal Patel explores how making changes to your diet and lifestyle can give you glowing, well-nourished skin

Don’t give up the CHEESE!

Deputy health editor Isabella Keeling explains why you shouldn’t skimp on your favourite dairy product

How to travel in 2026

Making sustainable holiday choices doesn’t mean sacrificing memorable experiences