THIS MONTH
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DECEMBER 2012
MEET OUR EXPERTS
Damon Johnson, Head of Produce Quality, highlights
Jim Viggars, Head of Meat Quality, guides
Glynis McGuinness, Food Editor, shows you how to make
his favourite fruit and veg available in store this month (page 21).
you through serving up a perfect juicy and flavourful turkey (page 35).
sweet shortcrust pastry for the best-ever festive mince pies (page 52).
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13 food & drink
45 Main attraction Ring the
21 In season Check out the best fresh produce in store this month
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25 Made with love Friends and 33
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family will love the personal touch of home-made foodie gifts Festive feast The ultimate guide to preparing a classic Christmas lunch with all the trimmings – with the help of our handy timeplan Turkey know-how Top tips for choosing, stuffing, cooking and carving your Christmas bird
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changes with these delicious alternatives to traditional turkey Ice and easy Stunning frozen desserts that are bound to impress Masterclass Irresistible mince pies with the crumbliest sweet pastry
58 How to decorate your Christmas cake Follow our 61
easy to follow step-by-step guide Kids’ cooking Youngsters will love baking these stained-glass biscuits – and they make delicious decorations for the tree!
66 Let’s celebrate Make
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entertaining easy with our Extra Special range of festive treats, created in partnership with Leiths School of Food and Wine Here’s to Christmas Raise a glass to the occasion with delicious canapés and drinks ideas Love leftovers Festive food won’t go to waste with these great recipes Weekday winners Simple midweek meals to serve up over the Christmas holidays, from tasty salmon parcels to a quick lasagne
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