A festive feast wouldn't be the same without Christmas sides - we want all the trimmings! Try our perfect roast potatoes or flavour-packed sprouts and find more Christmas recipes & inspiration.
A rich and wonderful lamb's liver pâté that goes best with lightly toasted (and slightly sweet) brioche, this recipe isn't for the faint of heart. It is, however, perfect for those who want to indulge themselves and delve into the world of classic French gastronomy.
This make-ahead gravy is perfect for taking the stress out of Christmas Day or any other occasion
Making your own red cabbage is super-easy and super-quick – plus the results are delicious! All the ingredients cook in one pot (you add the cranberries half an hour before the end), while the ground ginger and red wine vinegar give it a lovely kick.
Serve up this wonderfully creamy and garlicky whipped feta dip as part of a Christmas sharing platter. Simply blitz everything together and serve with crisp flatbreads or crackers for an easy festive party snack.
Jamie says: "Liven up this roast dinner staple with an injection of honey, wholegrain mustard and fresh thyme. Keep the skins on for maximum flavour."
These spicy tostadas are made to be enjoyed as canapés with cocktails. Prawn, avocado, red chilli, coriander and lime combine for a Mexican flavour sensation. Be sure to leave enough time for marinating.
Brussels sprouts are not just for Christmas. A super-tasty side dish for meat, fish and veggie mains, this Brussels sprouts recipe has gorgeous lemony, chilli flavours – a lovely complement to the nutty, earthy flavours of the sprout.
For speedy, perfect roast potatoes try this recipe, using smaller, baby new potatoes and goose fat. They cook in less than half an hour, leaving you more time to attend to the other all important roast trimmings.
Forget sausages on sticks, impress guests with every mouthful of these tasty bites! Smoked salmon tartare is a classic and elegant appetizer that is both quick to prepare and cook, making it the perfect party food.
These hasselback potatoes couldn't be simpler, you can even prepare them the day before.
If you're willing to make it from scratch, gluten-free sausagemeat stuffing is at your finger tips.
Is it even Christmas without brandy butter?
Give carrots and parsnips the VIP treatment at your next Sunday roast with this extra-special side dish. The combination of maple syrup, mustard and orange creates a sticky glaze that works well with both veg. Guests will be asking for more.
Not sure what to do with a glut of leftover spuds? This tasty, indulgent dish is super-simple to make. Onions are fried in butter, before garlic and thyme are added. Finish by scattering Gruyère over the top and baking.
A great way to enjoy rhubarb outside its season is to make jam. An excellent taste combination is pairing it with ginger. Delicious on toast or sandwiched together in a vanilla sponge, it's definitely one for the cupboard.
Whatever your thoughts on Brussels sprouts (personally, we love them!), this indulgent festive recipe is sure to turn everyone into a fan. Here, the delightful crunch of the sprouts is enhanced by the umami flavours of the bacon and sweet chestnuts.
Using these versatile spuds, create a twist on the classic potato side dish, by adding aromatic fennel, rosemary and garlic to create crispy golden roasties. The ideal accompaniment to your favourite Sunday roast.
This bright beetroot risotto with thyme and Parmesan tastes just as good as it looks. Peeled and diced beetroot might not be everyone's go-to vegetable when it comes to risotto but the beet's subtle earthiness adds a nice layer of grunt to this rich and creamy dish.
Roast parsnips aren't just for Christmas. Tossed with grated parmesan and thyme, these are a unique and welcome accompaniment to your favourite roast dinner. For veggie guests, make sure you use vegetarian parmesan.
How do you make brussels sprouts the star of the Christmas table? You incorporate them into this decadent sprout gratin with mustard and crispy bacon. A generous amount of gruyère and crème fraîche takes the much-maligned vegetable into va-va-voom territory.
This a great Christmas present idea for the foodie in your life. Plus it's quick to make. Red onion, red pepper, cauliflower and cucumber are coated in the garlicky, mustardy sauce and pickled together for a riot of colour and flavour.
An excellent condiment for anyone with a sweet tooth, this rum and vanilla butterscotch sauce is deliciously sweet and deliciously easy to make, too. The sauce requires just five ingredients, though do ensure that you use a decent rum for the mixture.
Extra-crunchy when cooked from frozen, these freeze-ahead potatoes are the perfect addition to your festive feast. Simple but delicious, you can't go wrong with these roasties as your side dish
Add a touch of indulgence to your roast with this root veg dauphinoise. Carrots and parsnips are cooked in a creamy pecorino sauce, then baked until golden and bubbling - yum!
Upgrade your roast sides with this super-easy, hot honey parsnip recipe that's lovely with roast turkey, a veggie Christmas main or any Sunday roast. Infuse honey with crushes chillies and cider vinegar, then roast with the parsnips, adding a final drizzle for a sticky, sweet and spicy glaze.
Transform pre-prepared garlic bread into the ultimate Christmas snack using just 3 ingredients. Try topping with cooked bacon or pancetta to take this garlic baguette to the next level.
Jamie says: "Make the most of your gorgeous festive leftovers with these easy recipes – a fresh, zingy salad, a comforting speedy pasta and a treat of a pud."
Transform frozen peas into a fabulously festive side dish! Stir caramelised onions and lemon juice into your greens, then coat with sage garlic butter and caramelised onions.
Master how to make roast potatoes that are wonderfully golden and crisp on the outside with heavenly fluffy centres. Seasoned with a fragrant blend of rosemary and garlic, your classic roasted potatoes don't get much better than this.
Add some Middle Eastern-inspired finishing touches to readymade houmous and you have an attractive and delicious dip that will hold it own amongst homemade! Stir spices and olive oil through houmous, top with pomegranate seeds, oil and mint and serve at your festive gatherings – and beyond!
Crunchy and super-tasty, everyone will be talking about your roasties, but you needn't let anyone know the secret ingredient if you don't want to! Perfect for Christmas dinner, a special Sunday lunch or any roast dinner.
You don't have to serve sprouts whole! This charred greens dish, cooked with citrus butter, transforms sprouts and kale into a beautiful side for Christmas lunch or any roast dinner. Top with chopped hazelnuts for a little crunch.
Here's a great Christmas or Sunday lunch side that won't take up oven space. Simply boil the carrots until tender, then fry in smoky bacon, brown butter, sage and lemon. This is seriously delicious yet so simple and speedy.