James Martin tops his roasted squash soup with crispy pancetta and toasted pine nuts for added texture and a dinner party feel
Use a slightly stale ciabatta loaf to make this festive sausage stuffing. It has a loose, chunky texture that creates lots of delicious crispy bits
Hot pear cider, apple and cranberry juice plus sloe gin with cinnamon - you can't get a better winter cocktail than this
With a dark chocolate digestive base and nutty cream cheese topping, this frozen dessert has a winter twist
Serve up a restaurant-style starter at home - much of it can be made ahead so you can relax with a glass of wine on the night
Ham and root vegetables are coated in a creamy mustard and crème fraîche sauce, then topped with savoury crumble in this winter bake
These buttery venison pasties could be prepared ahead of time then heated in the oven until golden brown when you need a warming winter snack
A big-flavoured, slow-cook dish where the meat just falls apart. Cooks in a single pot
Forget boring bangers and mash, this seasonal traybake with roasted red onions, apples and swede is much more colourful, and just as easy to prepare
This winter warmer is quick, delicious and packed with healthy ingredients - all it needs is a dollop of mash
Give a classic French gratin dauphinoise a great British twist. Use swede instead of potatoes and if you don't like anchovies, add bacon lardons
A sticky, spicy and moreish pudding - brilliant way to round off a winter meal
An impressive winter main course with tender lamb and seasonal veg. If you can’t find romanesco, use two large cauliflowers instead to make the 'couscous'
Lamb neck is a hugely underused cut, topped with sliced, seasonal root veg, this winter staple is ideal for a budget-conscious family meal or dinner party main
Spruce up your brussels sprouts for the Christmas dinner table by adding crunchy chorizo breadcrumbs. It makes a flavourful side dish in a festive feast
A classic wintry salad topped off with tasty sausage and onion
Don't just save Pimm's for summer, add some brandy for a delicious winter treat
Try this simple dish on a cold, wintery evening when only comfort food will do.
An indulgent and warming treat that neither kids nor grown-ups will be able to resist
Make the most of leftover Christmas ham with this simple pea and ham soup made in the slow cooker that uses just six ingredients. Enjoy with crusty bread
A big tray of glistening sugared plums is the perfect way to welcome in the winter months.
A winter warmer without the calories. Try making double and freezing for extra-quick midweek meals
Tony Tobin’s winter salad is packed with smoky flavours and peppery watercress
This easy fruit cake by one of our younger readers, Bree Hamilton, is simple, uses storecupboard ingredients and is perfect for a quick winter pick-me-up