Tips and tricks to make Christmas dinner a success
It’s that time of year again! Christmas is just around the corner and that means it’s time to start thinking about what you’re going to make for your Christmas dinner. Whether you’re hosting a big crowd or just cooking for your immediate family, there are some things you can do to take the stress out of cooking. Here are a few tips and tricks to help you out. Merry Christmas!
Make your gravy, roast potatoes and Yorkshire puddings in advance
Try prepping your gravy, roast potatoes and Yorkshire puddings in advance. This will save you heaps of time on the day. Gravy made ahead of time can taste even more flavourful! If you are not sure how try following this recipe from Jamie Oliver for luxurious Christmas gravy. Yorkshire puddings can be made in December and frozen ready for Christmas day. For your roasties, all you need to do is prep them, boil them until soft and coat them in your flavourings and fat and then freeze them, ready for roasting on Christmas day.
Prep your veg the day before
Prepping vegetables on Christmas Eve can be a real timesaver. Peel, grate and chop all your veggies and leave them in water overnight. This way, you don’t have to spend all of Christmas morning in the kitchen.
Stay on top of the washing up
Keeping your kitchen clear of clutter is vital on Christmas day!! Don’t let those pots mount up so that you are searching everywhere for the equipment you need. Especially if you have a small kitchen. A messy kitchen can make you feel overwhelmed. Why not allocate the washing up to someone else so that you can focus on the cooking?
Roast your sprouts
Roast your sprouts and say goodbye to boiled sprout boredom! Roasting sprouts elevates them to another level, with a delicious savoury crunchiness. Sprouts can be roasted in the oven in no time with versatile seasonings – sprinkle on some garlic powder and you’ll have a healthy side dish that’s sure to attract the taste buds of everyone at the table. Who knew sprouts could taste so good? The key is roasting them until they are lightly golden – perfect for snacking or creating unique holiday dishes. So give those sprouts a chance and switch up your mealtime routine by roasting them for delicious results.
Cook your turkey upside down
Don’t settle for boring turkey this season! The idea of cooking the turkey upside down might sound crazy, but it produces a juicy and flavorful turkey every time. Not only is it an easy way to get the moisture back into your turkey, but cooking the turkey upside down also prevents those delicious juices from running off. So why not give it a try? You may just be surprised by the results!
Cover parts of your turkey with foil if they are cooking too quickly
For turkey lovers out there, here’s an important tip for the big day: keep an eye on your bird! If parts of your turkey seem to be cooking too quickly, cover them with a layer of tin foil. This simple trick will help ensure that every part of your turkey is cooked to perfection. Plus, if you decide to make use of this tip, it’ll be great fun watching everyone think you’ve come up with a unique turkey-cooking technique – you’re welcome!
So, there you have it – our top tips for a stress-free Christmas dinner. We hope you find them helpful! If you’re feeling inspired to try out some of these ideas, why not get started in the kitchen today? Merry Christmas everyone!