November seasonal recipes
What’s in season now, in the UK? November is awash with veg that love a nip of frost, while rich game meats complement hearty root vegetables. Artichoke, leeks and sweet parsnips shine in abundance, while nuts, pears and British apples make perfect accessories for celebration cakes. We’ve picked recipes that’ll feel like a warm hug as the nights draw in.
See Bonfire Night recipes for celebrations early in the month, and take a look at our special three course dinner menu ideas for November.
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Brussels sprouts recipes
Sprout and anchovy gratin with porcini crumb
This gratin, with the sprouts baked in anchovy-infused cream, will be the dark horse of your Christmas dinner. Just wait until you taste it...
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Celeriac recipes
Celeriac, sage and black garlic gratin
Celeriac, sage and black garlic create the ultimate winter gratin. This flavour-bomb of a side dish is sure to liven up your Sunday roast.
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Orange recipes
Blood orange, burrata and cinnamon-cashew salad with mulled wine glaze
Blood orange and burrata salad gets a festive spin with a spiced mulled wine dressing. Perfect as a Christmas starter or Boxing Day salad.
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Venison recipes
Mulled wine-braised venison cobbler
The warming, fruity flavours of mulled wine are a natural companion for venison. Pair them together under cheesy scones in this cobbler.
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Tahini recipes
Tahini roast potatoes with figs
OK, these tahini spuds aren’t the prettiest roast potatoes you’ve ever seen. Believe us, this incredible side dish makes up for it in taste.
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Budget Christmas party food recipes
Pickled walnut and cheese rolls
These moreish walnut and cheese rolls are a perfect no-fuss nibble for Christmas parties. Make them ahead, then pop in the oven on the night.Â
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Comfort food recipes
Julius Roberts’ epic roast chicken
You can't beat a good roast chicken, and this version from farmer, chef and Instagram star Julius Roberts is perfection.
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Duck recipes
Duck with roasted plum glaze and crushed swede
Duck with plums is a classic combination. Here, we’ve served it with wintery veg. The sharp plums contrast perfectly against rich, gamey duck
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Midweek meal recipes
Sausage stroganoff
You can’t beat sausages for an easy midweek meal, and this sausage stroganoff with velvety, smoky sauce couldn’t be simpler.
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Apple recipes
Lemongrass, apple, lime leaf and chilli jelly
This zingy jelly is naturally set with the pectin present in the apples, resulting in a beautifully clear finish. Ideal with a good cheddar.
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Beef stew recipes
Beef stew with orange and chestnuts
This hearty beef stew makes the perfect winter supper. Sweet, earthy chestnuts combine beautifully with rich beef and zesty orange.
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30-minute meal recipes
Sausage, fennel and mascarpone orzo
This orzo is richly delicious and makes use of the classic flavour combo of sausage and fennel. Perfect weeknight comfort food.
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Easy vegan recipes
Vegan butternut squash risotto with millet
Rustle up a creamy butternut risotto. The iconic winter flavours of squash, sage and hazelnuts work really well in this plant-based recipe.
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Beetroot recipes
Gunpowder’s Bengali beetroot croquettes
A tradition in Kolkata, Gunpowder's beetroot croquettes are such a satisfying snack or starter. The chaat masala makes them moreish.
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Make-ahead Christmas starters
Turnip, cheddar and quince rose
This turnip, cheddar and quince rose makes a beautiful vegetarian starter. It's easy to make and showcases a veg deserving far more attention.
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November seasonal recipes
Leek, comté and thyme quiche
This comté and leek quiche might not seem like obvious freezer fodder, but it’s a wonderful thing to have in there over the festive period.
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