How to use a gravy separator for a perfect Christmas roast
Gravy is an essential part of any Christmas roast, but it can also be high in fat and calories. If you want to enjoy delicious gravy without the guilt, you might want to use a gravy …
Things to Buy
With so much going on in the run-up to Christmas Day, you will probably forget to buy something important.
Don’t worry – we all do it!
Here’s a quick check list of the things you might need on the day:
Christmas turkey (or ham/beef/salmon etc) Sprouts Pigs in blankets Mince pies Christmas pudding Baileys Prosecco Quality Street Walkers shortbread Christmas cake.Don’t forget too that most dinner tables will need potatoes, two types of vegetables, bread sauce, gravy, and cranberry sauce.
The Christmas.co.uk team regularly offer tips and ideas on what you need to on the big day, such as the table placings and how to defrost a turkey – if you’ve forgotten to take a frozen one from your freezer!
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Why you should use a meat thermometer at Christmas (and at any other time…)
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How to deal with unwanted Christmas food
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The best mince pies for 2021
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The best Christmas cakes in 2021
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The best Christmas hampers in 2021
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Christmas hampers to give as gifts in 2021
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