Christmas Cooking

[Ellee05]

Ok, so I'm a late starter but I'm hoping to do some Christmas cooking tomorrow. What are your favourite things to cook and even recipes.

[EmmaJane]

Hi Ellee,

Not sure whether you want mains, desserts, snacks or anything, but here are the first things that come to my mind!

Mmm, trifle. My mother-in-law makes it her mission to get everyone drunk on it! Might not be indulging this year. So easy to make; a jam roll from the supermarket, a couple of packets of jelly (green and red of course), and custard! And if you're going for the MIL special, soak the jam roll slices in a cup or so of port or sherry first.

In primary school one year (so many years ago now...) we made white christmas. I haven't made it since, but it was delicious. The idea was to give it to someone as a present but I have no self control. I don't have a recipe but I'm sure any of the ones you find online will work.

Geez, it's really hard to think of savoury things for xmas! I just went and quizzed DH on what food he associates with xmas and he said "rum balls, trifle, fruit cake". No help there!

[mrsmac]

I made gingerbread with my class and also some apricot balls. Let me know if you want the recipe.