Easy festive recipes to try in December

By Nov 27, 2023 Recipes

Tis the season! Eat, drink and be merry with our easy festive recipes this December. Dive into our menu of seasonal family favourites that are best served with joy, laughter and loved ones. From traditional festive flavours to dishes that are just perfect for sharing, we have you covered this holiday season. Remember to look out for our ‘festive’ recipes on our menu, available to order for delivery from Thursday 7 December!  

Chicken A L’Orange with Bulgur Wheat Pilaf and Almond Broccolini

Festive, but make it fancy. This French classic typically uses duck, but we have crafted a versatile alternative that’s just as delicious and much easier to prepare – no elaborate techniques required! Tender chicken is served in a rich and silky orange sauce, served with nutty broccolini and bulgar pilaf – trust us, it’s too good to miss!

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Festive Salmon in Cranberry Orange Sauce with Parmesan Brussel Sprouts and Bulghur Wheat

If you’re looking for a dish that’s bound to impress and is perfect for a festive dinner party, look no further. The combination of cranberry, orange and – of course, everyone’s favourite seasonal veg – Brussels sprouts, is a nod to what you may typically expect on a festive spread. But this celebratory dish offers so much more: bold flavours, divine textures, and it can be on the table in 45 minutes! 

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American Chicken Pot Pie with Cheddar Drop Biscuits

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From the easy doughy biscuits to the creamy chicken filling, this is a humble and classic dinner the family will love, and is worth the wait! Homemade pies are often enjoyed on Boxing Day (26 December) by families who celebrate Christmas, as pies are a great way to use up any leftover meat from dinner on 25 December. 

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Festive Meatballs with Braised Red Cabbage, New Potatoes and Gravy

Nothing says December more than the smell of winter spices, and we’ve got both cinnamon and star anise in our comforting red cabbage (save this recipe for your future roast dinners!) Served alongside flavour-packed meatballs, buttery new potatoes and a delicious rich gravy, we guarantee this will be a firm favourite this December.

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Dukkah-Spiced Lamb Chops and Hummus with Coriander Potatoes and Jeweled Salad

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Cook to impress this December with our festive dukkah-spiced lamb chops. Dukkah is a crunchy and flavourful blend of nuts, seeds, and spices that hails from Egypt and the Middle East, and is the perfect pairing for tender lamb in this showstopping dish. Perfect for a dinner party or a decadent date night!

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