I know we tend to make the same foods every year for Christmas. And there is nothing at all wrong with that. Christmas is the perfect time to honour the recipes of our forebears, maybe giving them a modern or healthier tweak. I cook for a small but discerning crowd, and some things are just expected: bread sauce, chestnut stuffing (the kind that is really a gravy – my mother-in-law is pro at it), roast potatoes, orange-spiked cranberry sauce, something Brussels sprouty.
But every year I try and feature a new recipe on my festive table. Often it is a twist on cornbread stuffing (honouring my southern USA roots) or some new way with roasted veggies. I’m still deciding what this year’s twist will be. Maybe you are too.
Here are some of the more Christmassy recipes I’ve posted over the years. I hope they inspire you and give you some ideas for your own festive spread. I’ll be back soon with filling and healthy winter breakfast ideas. xx
I have two blini posts – Brilliant Blini with Sweet & Savoury Toppings + A Trio of Blini
Port Poached Pears, Sauteed Belgian Endive & Blue Cheese Salad
Persimmon & Pomegranate Salad with Cinnamon Dressing
Spinach and Walnut Dip with Pomegranate (Spinach Phkali)
Cranberry & Pomegranate Relish
Rainbow Carrot, Taleggio & Hazelnut Tarte Tatin
Broccoli, Spinach & Wild Rice Phyllo Pie
Kale Stuffing Butternut Squash Stacks
Sauteed Brussels Sprouts with Crispy Sage Crumbs
Smoky Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Maple-Dijon Vinaigrette
Maple-Roasted Rainbow Carrots with Fennel Seeds
Creamed Kale (vegan and dairy versions)
Sage & Walnut Cauliflower Cheese
Southern Cornbread Stuffing (gluten-free)
Squash & Kale Dressing with Sour Cherries & Pecans
Orange & Spice Sweet Potato Casserole
Winter Slaw with Pears & Cranberries
Chocolate Chestnut Truffle Cake (gluten-free)
Pear, Mincemeat & Cranberry Galette
Pear, Almond & Mincemeat Polenta Cake