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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Camembert recipes
Baked camembert with harissa honey
Oozy, gooey cheese drizzled with a fiery, sweet topping; this easy baked camembert with honey recipe is perfect for entertaining.
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Christmas gift recipes
Hot honey smoked nuts
Sweet, spicy and salty – the coating makes these a winner. Put the hot honey nuts in pretty jars as presents for friends.
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Christmas cupcakes and small bakes
Gingercake bites
Sticky gingercake gets better with age, so it’s perfect for giving as a Christmas gift. We’ve coated each cube of cake with a lemony icing.
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Christmas gift recipes
Bejewelled festive torrone (Italian nougat)
This version of torrone (Italian nougat) includes pistachios, almonds, dried apricots and candied peel to create a bejewelled festive treat.
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November seasonal recipes
Roasted cauliflower, white bean, hazelnut and pomegranate salad
While the cauliflower roasts for this easy vegan salad, you just need to mix the creamy beans and pomegranate seeds with a simple dressing.
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Celeriac recipes
Hot and tangy celeriac remoulade
Creamy, crunchy celeriac remoulade is like the side dish coleslaw wants to be when it grows up. Hot sauce and gherkins lend fire and zing.
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Macaroni cheese recipes
Vegan celeriac mac and cheese
Puréed celeriac makes a rich, silky sauce for this vegan mac and cheese, topped with a porcini crumb. Vegan comfort food at its best.
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Air fryer recipes
Air fryer pumpkin with creamy beans, crispy chickpeas and sage
Serve air-fried pumpkin wedges on a velvety bean puree and top with crispy sage-scented chickpeas. A brilliant air fryer side.
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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.
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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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