Looking for an alternative to turkey? The lush green pistachio stuffing in this spiced roast chicken is very festive, so it’s ideal for Christmas lunch. Ingredients: 1 whole chicken (around 2kg) 3-4 tbsp grape molasses 1l chicken stock 20g butter For the...
This simple recipe uses white wine for a pale, light gravy, but it can also be made with red wine or Port for a richer flavour. Ingredients: 1 tbsp flour 200ml white wine or red wine 600ml chicken stock Directions: Pour away any excess fat from the turkey...
Forget the ham kettle or supersized pan – you can cook this luscious sticky ham in the oven, with equally tasty results. Ingredients: 1 uncooked ham (about 5kg/11lb), soaked according to the butcher’s instructions 1 large onion , thickly sliced 5 cm...
Cured slow-cooked pork is a great foundation for a coarse pâté style starter and can be made in advance. Ingredients: 2 small ham hocks, approx 1kg/2lb 4oz each sunflower oil , for greasing 2 tbsp wholegrain mustard small handful parsley , chopped 1 sheet gelatine...
