alternative christmas dinner recipespinterestDaniel HardingPersian-style spatchcock chickenalternative christmas dinnerDaniel Harding

Swap cumbersome turkey for a fresh and fragrant Persian-style chicken. This one’s cooked spatchcock, which means it takes a fraction of the time of a classic roast in the oven.

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Venison curryalternative christmas dinnerClare Winfield

Do away with the classic roast dinner and create a wintry Indian-inspired feast with this venison curry as the star of the show. Make the curry the day before you intend to eat; the flavours will be so much punchier.

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Roast pork bellyalternative christmas dinnerParker FierbachHarissa hasselback squashalternative christmas dinnerDaniel Harding

For a meat-free alternative Christmas dinner, try this sweet, spicy and tangy harissa hasselback squash recipe. The sprinkle of pomegranate seeds adds a festive touch, so be sure not to miss them off.

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Rosé, lobster, chilli pappardellealternative christmas dinnerChloe Morgan

Planning a bijou Christmas? Make it luxe with a lobster pappardelle in a lightly spiced rosé sauce. Pair with a glass (or two) of bubbles for total bliss.

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Pork stroganoffalternative christmas dinnerParker Fierbach

If you’re feeding a large crowd of mixed-age guests, a simmering pot of pork stroganoff is hard to beat. It’s great with roast potatoes and vegetables as well as more casual sides like mash.

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Moussakaalternative christmas dinnerDaniel HardingSalmon en croûtealternative christmas dinnerChloe Morgan

If you’re looking for lighter fare this festive season, salmon en croûte is a great choice. For alternative sides, try buttered winter greens or a bitter leaf salad with clementines.

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Nut roast galettealternative christmas dinnerHannah Hall

This nut roast galette is anything but dry. Combining mushroom, chestnuts and toasted nuts, it’s savoury, festive and perfect with a vegetarian gravy and cranberry sauce.

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Shepherd’s pie with cheesy hasselback toppingalternative christmas dinnerLucy Richards

Keep things simple with a comfort food classic: shepherd’s pie. For something a little special, we’ve added a cheesy hasselback potato topping that’s crispy, golden and looks great on the Christmas table.

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Turkey and butternut squash cannellonialternative christmas dinnerHannah Hall

Go Italian with this simple yet delicious turkey and butternut squash cannelloni. This recipe uses easy-to-come-by turkey mince and roasted seasonal squash to create a flavoursome filling for pasta tubes. Serve with a winter leaf salad and follow up with our chocolate orange Christmas pudding tiramisu.

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Spatchcock chickenalternative christmas dinnerDaniel Harding

For an easy, speedy alternative to turkey, try our spatchcock chicken. Served with a simple herby butter, it’s great with traditional sides or as a vehicle for less classic flavours.

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Pork and mushroom meatballsalternative christmas dinnerDaniel Harding

Create a festive spread with a Scandinavian feel with this recipe for creamy pork and mushroom meatballs. Pair with creamy mashed potatoes, lingonberry jam and roast ham for the ultimate Nordic Christmas feast.

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Turkey, mushroom and sage galettealternative christmas dinnerLouella Berryman

This easy galette uses ready-cooked turkey for ultimate fuss-free cooking. It’s got enough flavour to serve alone but also tastes great with roasted vegetables on the side.

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Porchettaalternative christmas dinnerHannah Hall

Give your Christmas meal an Italian flair that doesn’t stray too far from tradition with this succulent porchetta recipe. Serve with a salsa verde for a fresh, zingy feel, or cranberry sauce for a more classic effect.

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Beef shin ragualternative christmas dinnerDaniel Harding

Eschew tradition and create a winter Italian feast with this beef shin ragu as the star of the show. It’s best served with a bottle of Primitivo and followed by our mince pie tiramisu.

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One-pot roast chicken and sweetcorn risottoalternative christmas dinnerDaniel Harding

If the idea of the Christmas dinner clear-up sends you into a spin, this one-pot roast chicken dish is the answer to your payers. It’s served with a sweet and nutty risotto base but is still great with all the usual trimmings.

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