It truly is the most wonderful time of the year, not least because gorging on the most delicious foods is encouraged, if not expected. Indulgence comes as standard and the phrase “if you can’t treat yourself at Christmas, when can you?” will get you out of most predicaments.
From stocking the kitchen with the most delectable of seasonal bakes for when visitor call to making sure Christmas dinner is memorable from start to finish, having the right Christmas recipe for every family favourite on hand will ensure you have the most scrumptious festive season yet. We’ve gathered all you need from some of Ireland’s top chefs like Neven and Darina, to international stars like Jamie Oliver and Nigel Slater, to take the hassle out of your Christmas cooking.
Goat Cheese Quiche Recipe with Crispy Sage, Onion Marmalade and Rosemary – by Avoca
Christmas Mini Wellingtons by The Happy Pear
Scallop and Buttermilk Recipe by JP McMahon
Onion Soup Recipe with an Epoisses & Caraway Crust by John Whaite
Your Guide to the Perfect Christmas Turkey From Head Chef Alex Nahke of The Europe Hotel & Resort
Salt-Rubbed Turkey Recipe with Sage and Orange by Neven Maguire
Honey Glazed Ham Recipe by Neven Maguire
Aromatic Butterflied Lamb Recipe with Caramelised Garlic and Orange Salsa by Neven Maguire
Roast Duck with Cranberry and Sage Stuffing Recipe By Chef Gearóid Lynch
Autumn Risotto Recipe with Squash and Sage From Avoca
Roasted Festive Stuffed Butternut Squash Recipe from The Flourishing Pantry
Lentil Pie Recipe by Tiny Vegan Kitchen
Herb Roulade with Spinach and Goats Cheese Recipe by Blazing Salads
Weber Barbecued Christmas Roast Potatoes Recipe
Sticky Lebanese Sprouts Recipe by John Whaite
Brussels Sprout Salad Recipe By Monika Coghlan of Pepperazzi
Gratin Potato Recipe by Chef Gearóid Lynch
Stuffing Log Recipe by Neven Maguire
Cranberry Sauce Recipe from Fruit on the Table Cookbook
Get-Ahead Gravy Recipe by Jamie Oliver
Balsamic and Bacon Baked Brussels Sprouts Recipe by The Wonky Spatula
White and Dark Chocolate Mousse Recipe From The Food Pharmacy by Jess Redden
Christmas Pudding with Port & Clementines Recipe by Monika Coghlan of Pepperazzi
Cranberry and Pear Tarte Recipe by Darina Allen
Clementine Meringue Recipe by Shane Smith
Fig Tarte Tatin Recipe by Edd Kimber
Winter Bombe Recipe with Chocolate, Cherries, Vin Santo, Panettone & Pistachios by Jamie Oliver
Panettone Bread and Butter Pudding Recipe by Darina Coffey
Turkey Moussaka Recipe From The Food Pharmacy by Jess Redden
Sweet Potato Cottage Pie From The Food Pharmacy by Jess Redden
Ham Skillet Recipe by John Whaite
Turkey Stew, Sweet Leek & Smoky Bacon Biscuit Dumplings Recipe by Jamie Oliver
Low-Carb Turkey Lasagne Recipe by Roz Purcell
Cherry Basque Cheesecake With Cherry Coulis From The Food Pharmacy by Jess Redden
White Rocky Road Recipe with Macadamia Nuts and Raspberries by Avoca
Christmas Wreath Cake Recipe From Siúcra By Catherine Fulvio
Chocolate Yule Log Recipe by Lilly Higgins
Siúcra Gingerbread Cookie Recipe
Gingerbread Nativity Scene Recipe by Lilly Higgins
Ginger and Orange Christmas Pudding Recipe by Catherine Fulvio
Buche de Noel by Edd Kimber
Chocolate Pear Cake Recipe by Cove Cake Design
Mince Pie Recipe by Nigel Slater
Pandolce Christmas Cake Recipe by Eileen Dunne-Crescenzi
Christmas Gingerbread House Recipe by Lousie Lennox
For more festive recipe inspiration visit TheTaste Recipe Section.