Christmas Day has never looked – or tasted – more delicious.
Keep it classic this Christmas with our traditional menu plan
For some of us, it just isn’t Christmas unless there’s ham, turkey, sprouts and pud. Even if it’s 30 degrees out. Never fear – delicious. is here! We’ve got all the classics for you, with plenty of mince pies and roast potatoes to keep everyone happy. Pass the gravy!
Roast turkey crown
Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall shares his classic Christmas recipe.
Roasted brussels sprouts salad with pomegranate, pancetta and feta
“This hearty salad is one of my favourite ways to eat brussels sprouts. A tip for frying the Lebanese bread – I separate the layers. It makes for a more even fry. If you want a healthier option, use toasted leftover sourdough.” – Paul Farag
Epic roast potatoes
This recipe is epic for a reason! You can't go wrong with a smidge of duck fat.
Cider and pancetta gravy
This rich gravy is best served with roast turkey, pork or chicken.
Christmas pudding
Cornersmith’s Alex Elliott-Howery and Jaimee Edwards provide a day-before pudding you can give away or hold on to for your own feast.
Individual mince pies
“One of Hugh’s first festive recipes in the early days of River Cottage was mincemeat made with beef. He embraced its true origins – beef or lamb fermented with dried fruits, spices and alcohol. While it was well received, we tend to stick to the popular version nowadays, using different alcohols, dried fruits and suet or butter. Or a vegan version with no suet at all, but plumped up with grated or chopped fruit. As well as mince pies, this quintessential festive preserve can be added to tarts and strudels, stuffed into baked apples or swirled through ice cream. Make it up to 6 months before Christmas.” – Lucy Brazier