RECOMMENDATIONS

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  Chargrilled squid with noodles, chilli and fresh coriander

  Paul Rankin makes a spicy noodle dish with the fresh flavours of pickled pepper and coriander

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  Pork loin rolled in coppa di Parma

  Serve Theo Randall’s roast pork with a tangy herb sauce and radicchio for an Italian-inspired Sunday lunch

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  Poached duck eggs with spinach and cheese sauce

  Gary Rhodes rich breakfast dish gives a nod to Eggs Florentine, but with a creamy cheddar cheese sauce

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  Herby baked scallops

  Scallops baked with a herb crust make a delightful starter or weekend lunch - serve with a salad and lemon wedges.

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  Vacherin with truffles

  Stuart Gillies uses a shaving of pungent white truffle to transform cheese on potatoes into a dinner party spectacular

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  Fisherman's lobster stew

  The secret to Mario Batali’s dish is in the sauce: it's all about reserving the roe from the lobster, which is mixed with punchy garlic, bright parsley, and a swig of brandy to create a decadent rustic feast

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  Banana bread

  Sarah Kenyon bakes a deliciously moist cake-like bread using overripe bananas

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  Reindeer hamburger salad

  Sarah La Fountain shares a Finnish recipe for a bun-less burger, using a mix of pork, reindeer and venison meat and served as a salad

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  Easy roast turkey

  Sourcing a good-quality turkey (such as Kelly Bronze) is the perfect first step in making the ultimate Christmas dinner. Good Food Channel tells you how to make the most of your roast by cooking your turkey upside down.

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  Mixed berry cake

  Simon Rimmer makes a delicious berry-studded sponge cake with a sweet, tangy sauce