So, all year round I stay active, am quite addicted to my fitness classes and for the best part eat healthily, however, Christmas is a time to indulge with those closest to you and I cannot wait to tuck into a delicious dinner this weekend…
Now I love a Christmas dinner with all of the traditional trimmings however for those of you looking for something a little bit different this year, take a look at the yummy recipes below:
Red cabbage braised with apple and bacon – http://www.jamieoliver.com/recipes/vegetables-recipes/must-try-red-cabbage-braised-with-apple-bacon-and-balsamic-vinegar/. Try adding a little star anise too for a touch of winter spice.
Saffron roasted potatoes or parsnips – http://www.deliaonline.com/recipes/type-of-dish/roasts/crunchy-roast-potatoes-with-saffron. The recipe is from the wonderful Delia Smith…need I say any more?!
I usually cook our sprouts with bacon but what about adding some chestnuts too? http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/74608/buttered-sprouts-with-chestnuts-and-bacon
Apricot and chestnut stuffing at Christmas? I trust anything that Mary Berry says and think I’ll try this one myself – http://www.maryberry.co.uk/recipes/christmas/apricot-and-chestnut-stuffing
And do not forget to top it all off with lashings of gravy for which Nigella has a fab twist – https://www.nigella.com/recipes/allspice-gravy
Finally, for a bit of Michelin magic (and for those who do not like Christmas pudding), this is great alternative for dessert – https://www.gordonramsay.com/gr/recipes/christmas-bombe/
I’ll be enjoying a feast with my in-laws next week folks so I wish you all a fantastic Christmas and a very happy New Year and I look forward to being back with you all in January!