What is ‘Stir up Sunday’ – and when is it?
If you are a fan of Christmas pudding, you might have heard of Stir up Sunday, the traditional day to make this festive dessert. But what is the origin of this custom, and why is it still …
Christmas is a time for family, friends and, of course, food! Whether you’re preparing a traditional roast dinner or something a little different, make sure your Christmas feast is extra special with our selection of mouth-watering recipes.
From starters and sides to mains and desserts, we’ve got everything you need to create the perfect Christmas dinner.
Some of the most popular recipes searched for on Christmas Day include:
Roast turkey Roast beef Yorkshire pudding Christmas pudding Mince pies Christmas cake.There are lots of reasons why people might search for easy recipes at Christmas. Maybe they’re short on time, or perhaps they want to spend less time in the kitchen so they can enjoy more time with family and friends.
Whatever the reason, we’ve got plenty of quick and easy Christmas recipes that are sure to take the stress out of your Christmas dinner – and other meal and snack times too!
So, whether you’re looking for traditional Christmas recipes or something a little different, we hope you find something to your taste in our collection of Christmas recipes.
What are you waiting for? Get cooking!
If you are a fan of Christmas pudding, you might have heard of Stir up Sunday, the traditional day to make this festive dessert. But what is the origin of this custom, and why is it still …
Christmas cookies are a delicious and festive tradition that many people enjoy every year. Whether you prefer gingerbread, shortbread, sugar cookies or biscotti, there is a Christmas cookie …
Christmas is a time of joy, celebration and indulgence, and nothing says indulgence more than a hearty roast dinner with all the trimmings. One of the most essential and delicious components …
Christmas gravy is a savoury sauce made from the juices of cooked meat, often thickened with flour and seasoned with herbs, spices, wine or stock. It is a traditional accompaniment to roast …
The festive season is upon us, and with it comes the flurry of activities – from gift shopping to party hopping and a growing awareness that the big day is fast approaching which is …
Ham is a classic centrepiece for Christmas dinner in the UK and for good reason. It’s succulent, sweet and salty. However, if you want to make a Christmas ham, you’ll need to buy …
Duck is a delicious and festive alternative to turkey or chicken for your Christmas feast. It has a rich and succulent flavour, crispy skin and tender meat that goes well with a variety of …
Whether you are newly vegan, or are entertaining a vegan on Christmas Day, it’s likely you’ll be puzzling over the menu choices for your festive lunch. Veganism, along with vegetarianism, is …
If you are hosting family or visitors for Christmas dinner this year and want to be inspired by alternative side dishes, then this Christmas.co.uk article is for you. Everyone wants their …
If you’ve never tried a Yorkshire pudding, you’re missing out on one of the greatest side dishes known to man. As most people in the UK will know, these delicious little puffs …