Gordon Ramsay's recipes have been a back drop to how we eat since the 1990s, and Christmas has long been his thing, which is why we've picked our favourite Christmas recipes to add to your repertoire this year.
From Gordon Ramsay's salmon en croute to his Christmas bombe, we've got them all in one place here. For if there's one man who knows how to put on a luxurious festive feast, it's Gordon Ramsay.
And if you're looking for something a bit different to dish up this Christmas, you've definitely come to the right place. None of Gordon's swearing here, these are relatively simple recipes you can create with ease, detracting rather than adding to any festive stress. And his slight twist on the classic mince pie recipe really are second to none, jewelled with cranberries that really give the filling a fruity joy.
There's no dry turkey at Gordon's dinner table. And he knows how to create food that the whole family will enjoy, adults and children alike. With festive flavours like spiced orange, cranberry and winter spices, these recipe ideas for starters, mains and desserts will provide all the culinary Christmas inspiration you need.
Why have we never thought of whiskey cream with Christmas pudding before?
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Christmas bombe
Filled with a creamy ice cream this impressive looking dessert is a great alternative to the traditional Christmas pudding. The combination of chocolate-y Swiss roll and sweet filling is delicious and, best of all, it can be made well in advance and kept in the freezer for up to a month.
Try Gordon Ramsay’s Christmas bombe recipe
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Christmas Beef Wellington
Beef Wellington is always impressive, but Gordon's updated version is a real special occasion treat. He retained the luxurious character of the dish and, for a festive touch, added cooked chestnuts to the mushroom duxelles – for a delicious twist on an old classic.
Try Gordon Ramsay's Christmas Beef Wellington recipe
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Pan-fried duck breast with spiced orange and cranberry sauce
A great option for a festive dinner party, or alternative to the Christmas roast, this succulent pan-fried duck breast served with spiced orange and cranberry sauce is sure to impress guests.
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Cranberry mince pies
Christmas wouldn’t be complete without a constant supply of mince pies. Stray from tradition with Gordon’s sweet cranberry version. Easy to bake and perfect for serving up at a festive afternoon tea or drinks party, the beautifully spiced fruity filling is deliciously moreish.
Try Gordon Ramsay’s cranberry mince pies recipe
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Christmas muesli
Beautifully spiced and packed full of roasted nuts and sweet dried fruit, these festive clusters will make a lovely Christmas breakfast. Served with a dollop of Greek yoghurt and fig and apple compote, or present in Kilner jars for a foodie gift.
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Ricotta cake with caramelised clementines and star anise
Bursting with festive clementines and just a hint of star anise, this moist cake will make the perfect afternoon tea treat or dinner party centrepiece. The cake freezes well, too, so it’s a great way to get ahead with your Christmas baking.
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Bubble and squeak cakes
Bubble and squeak is a brilliant way to use up leftover Brussels sprouts (or you can cook them from scratch). Topped with a fried of poached egg and a couple of crispy bacon rashes, this will make the perfect Boxing Day brunch.
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Salmon en croûte
If you’re looking for the perfect show-off fish dish, then this salmon en croute is hard to beat. Delicious served with potatoes and festive veg.
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Light steamed pudding with whiskey cream
No festive meal would be complete without a traditional Christmas pudding and Gordon’s recipe, served with a good dollop of whiskey cream is sure to become a firm family favourite.
Try Gordon Ramsay’s light steamed Christmas pudding with whiskey cream recipe
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Seared scallops with minted peas and beans
Packed full of fresh flavours, the combination of fresh scallops with minted peas and beans is deliciously refreshing and makes the perfect Christmas dinner party starter. And it’s easy to make, too.
Try Gordon Ramsay’s seared scallops with minted peas and beans recipe
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Ginger chocolate cheesecake
Creamy, crunchy and ever so comforting, there's nothing like a good cheesecake and this recipe from Gordon Ramsay is the perfect dessert for the festive season.
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