Christmas is a magical time - a wonderful celebration when family and
friends get together to enjoy traditional yuletide food. Planning ahead
and advance preparation, as well as using simple and helpful recipes,
can ensure a stress-free holiday for all and allow the cook to take part
in the festivities. The book contains all the old favourite classics and
some newer ones with a modern twist. For delicious appetizers, offer a
selection such as Oriental Duck Consomme, Goat's Cheese Souffle or
Grilled Brie and Walnuts. To start the sumptuous spread, hand round
Roquefort Tartlets or Farmhouse Pate. Classic Roast Turkey is always a
popular main course and any leftovers can be added to a deliciously
crunchy Turkey Rice Salad. Or, Roast Goose with Caramelized Apples or
Duck with Orange Sauce would make a splendid change. No Christmas
banquet would be complete without Christmas Pudding with Brandy Butter,
or a refreshing Christmas Cranberry Bombe.For guaranteed success,
Christmas Cooking is packed with over 100 fantastic inspirational
recipes that will take you through the festive season in style. There is
a selection of sparkly appetizers, easy nibbles and dips, pates and
terrines, elegant fish and shellfish dishes, celebratory poultry and
meat main courses, favourite hot desserts, make-ahead cold desserts,
and, of course, luxurious fruity Christmas cakes.With more than 100
beautiful photographs and foolproof step-by-step instructions, this book
will satisfy everyone's expectations and ensure that your Christmas is
as perfect as it can be.Features more than 100 recipes for festive
eating, including all the traditional dishes and some contemporary
twistsChristmas dishes to suit every occasion, from dinner parties, to
afternoon teas, to cocktails, informal buffets and lunch on the big
dayEnjoy Baked Gammon with Cumberland Sauce, Roast Leg of Venison,
Spiced Christmas Cake, Raspberry and White Chocolate Cheesecake and
Festive Gingerbread, as well as Christmas Pudding, Roast Turkey and
Mince TartEach recipe has step-by-step visual instructions for each
stage of the preparation and a stunning finished image - there are over
450 colour pictures in totalAt-a-glance nutritional notes for each
recipe help you to plan your menus
