Under 600 calories

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

A Dutch baby is an oven-baked pancake. Blitzing the batter in a blender gives it a lofty rise – even better if you can let the batter rest for 20 minutes

A bite-sized burst of flavour, these crab toasts take their inspiration from the classic cocktail

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.'

Keep it casual with these little toasts that can be handed around with pre-dinner drinks. If you have any vegetarians in the house, simply replace the crispy Parma ham with a crumble of goat’s cheese instead

Spiced, ginger beer-infused sponges, a rum-spiked buttercream and butterscotch sauce with a lively drink on the side make for three layers of Christmas joy.

This luxurious lasagne is perfect for when you want to push the boat out but still keep things relaxed. You could add other fish, such as salmon, into the mix too

These subtly spiced crumpets have all the flavours of kedgeree but are much quicker to make; ideal for brunch on Christmas morning

The perfect antidote to the rich, festive fare we all find ourselves indulging in at this time of year. It really brings the best out of simple seasonal ingredients.