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Christmas can be a daunting task with so much to do in such a short space of time. Thankfully these recipes have been tried and tested in my household for almost 10 years and they are easy to prepare in advance so your actual Christmas Day can be spent with your family; rather than the hobs and oven.

Here's a "Christmas Day Preparation Guide"

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Starters & Soups

Langoustine and Fennel Bisque

Cream of Potato Soup

Goats Cheese Mousse with Fried Breadcrumbs

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Main Courses

How to cook Turkey

How to cook Goose

How to cook Duck

Mushroom and Cranberry Nut Roast

Mushroom, Shallot and Chestnut Parcels

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Side Dishes

Roast Potatoes

Roasted Carrots

Brussel Sprouts with Pancetta and Chestnuts

Mashed Swede

Pigs in Blankets

Stuffings

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Sauces

Gravy

Cranberry Sauce

Bread Sauce

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Puddings & Cakes

Black Cherry and Amaretto Pavlova

Ginger and Christmas Pud Cheesecake

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Palatte Cleansers

Roasted Cherry Soup

Basil & Lime Sorbet

Lemon & Rosemary Sorbet

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