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If you’re not sure where to start, my 10 Tips for a Stress-Free Christmas is the best place to begin. I walk you through exactly what you can make ahead, how to plan your timings and how to make it enjoyable. Have a quick read, then come back here to pick your mains, sides, desserts and leftover ideas.

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Christmas Dinner

Take the stress out of the big day with fuss-free mains and classic trimmings. Think perfectly juicy roast turkey, crispy roasties, honey roasted veggies and a rich make-ahead gravy so you’re not juggling every pan at once.

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Party Food

All the bite-sized bits for when everyone’s gathered around the coffee table or kitchen island. Think cheesy bites, quiche, wings, sausage rolls and anything you can pile onto a platter.

Christmas Day Breakfast/Brunch

Start Christmas morning right with something special but simple – fluffy pancakes, cinnamon rolls you can make ahead, French toast or loaded croissants.

Festive Drinks

From big-batch punch to festive cocktail ideas and cosy hot drinks, this is where you’ll find something for everyone’s glass.

Christmas Baking, Cakes & Treats

All the cosy bakes and festive treats – mince pies, Christmas cake, cookies for the kids to decorate and plenty of chocolatey puds.

Leftover Christmas Turkey Ideas

Boxing Day curry, comforting pasta bakes, pies and soups – here’s how to turn leftover turkey into meals everyone will actually be excited about.

All Christmas Recipes