RECOMMENDATIONS

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  Apple crumble cream

  Amuse your guests with Wayne Collins's witty recipe for a rich and delicious apple crumble inspired cocktail

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  Sticky gingerbread

  Turn your back on temptation because this sensational, sticky ginger cake from Sophie Grigson gets even better if stored for several days!

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  Tandoori-style prawns

  These marinated prawns are traditionally cooked in a tandoor - Madhur Jaffrey cooks them very quickly in a frying pan

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  Mini Christmas puddings

  Beverley Glock creates a fun festive canapé - guaranteed to please sweet-toothed guests

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  Swiss carrot cake

  Kirsch and almonds flavour Sonja Watson's Swiss Carrot Cake

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  Tarragon chicken

  A one-pot dish with a classic combination of flavours from Tana Ramsay

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  Battered haddock

  Forget fish and chips: Mark Hix includes the potato in the batter in his crisp haddock parcels

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  Pot-au-feu

  French for “pot on the fire”, this is a classic French dish usually made with meat and vegetables. James Martin makes a creamy seafood version

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  Grilled razor clams with chorizo and garlic butter

  Stuart Gillies gives razor clams a Spanish touch, serving them with chorizo, garlic butter and smoky aubergine

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  Dressed crab with egg salad

  Elegant and simple, Michael Caines’ crab dish makes a great starter or light lunch dish