Gluten-free

Roasting grapes intensifies their sweetness, which works well with the creamy Stilton and sharp pickled walnuts in this salad. Heap it on the garlicky toasts for a sofa supper

The paneer and green chutney can be prepped a few hours ahead for this Indian-inspired snack

Topped with a dollop of mango chutney, these are the perfect little flavour bombs to serve with drinks. Gram flour is made from chickpeas; it adds a delicious nutty flavour to the pakoras and is also suitable for guests who are gluten intolerant

This umami-packed rice is easy to make vegetarian, just swap the chicken for more mushrooms or chunks of roasted butternut squash before baking

By cooking a smaller bird, there’s no need to worry about endless leftovers and waste, especially if you’re short on fridge space

A warming, smoky, spicy chilli is perfect at this time of year, stuffed into baked potatoes or served with rice

Chef William Drabble heads up the kitchen at Seven Park Place at St James's Hotel. He says: 'This is a fairly simple dish which is tasty but not too time-consuming to make. It’s quite light as far as Christmas food goes, which makes a great alternative to the usual Christmas fare. My mother-in-law was from Belgium and at Christmas we would always have chicory (or endive) slow-cooked with bacon, so this brings back fond memories of sitting around having family meals with loved ones.’

Chef April Jackson says: 'At Christmas, I always look forward to the leftovers, and this frittata is the perfect recipe to keep the holiday spirit alive. Simple to make, it brings together the delicious balance of sweet and salty flavours from my favourite way of cooking sprouts. Whether it’s for breakfast, brunch or a quick snack, it’s a dish to enjoy with your family.'

Keema-style curry is packed with flavour and makes a great stuffing for fluffy jacket potatoes. Swap the frozen jackets for sweet potatoes for an extra portion of your five-a-day