Note: This is a reissue edition of Mary Berry's Christmas Collection originally published in 2013 by Headline. The cover and a handful of the internal images have been updated. Mary's foolproof recipes remain the same. Mary Berry's Christmas Collection combines time-honoured festive favourites with a variety of new and exciting dishes to spice up the season. By taking the traditional Christmas fare and giving it a twist, Mary adds sparkle to every celebration. Simple yet reliable recipes and Mary's handy hints will take the pressure off entertaining, whether it's for the big day itself, a Boxing Day crowd or an intimate New Year family gathering. With an invaluable Christmas Day countdown, sample menus, shopping lists and ever-popular tips on preparing ahead and freezing, this is the must-have companion to the festive season. Chapters include: * Canapes * First Courses * Fish and Vegetarian * Christmas Roasts * Vegetables and Sides * Traditional Christmas Puddings * Festive Desserts * Buffets and Boxing Day