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Whether you're making puff pastry from scratch or taking advantage of pre-made, we've got you covered with our puff pastry recipes and ideas. Try our tasty sausage rolls, decadent pies and sweet little treats like homemade Danish pastries.
These tasty little pastries are so quick and easy to make in an air-fryer, with crisp puff pastry and a oozy ham and cheese filling. The addition of courgette adds moisture and a bit of hidden veg for kids. Perfect for lunch, picnics or snacking.
With its light, flaky pastry and delicious meaty filling, homemade sausage rolls really are the best party food all year round. They’re also perfect picnic fare, easy to transport and even easier to eat. You can double the quantities in this sausage roll recipe and freeze half the batch for impromptu guests or last-minute alfresco feasts. Find out how to make sausage rolls and you'll never look back!
This festive tart combines sweet roasted carrots, savoury shallots, punchy pesto and a hint of orange. Extra pesto can be saved in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
With a gooey, oozy centre, this veggie main is absolutely perfect for any celebratory occasion. And you can make it ahead and freeze until the big day.
For a festive vegetarian showstopper, try this beetroot and ricotta stacked pithiver recipe. Bright layers of beetroot are layered up with herby ricotta and wrapped in buttery puff pastry - bake until golden and slice to reveal the striking striped effect inside.
Pull out all the stops this festive season with a stunning salmon centrepiece. Light baked salmon topped with creamy spinach and toasted almonds, all wrapped up in buttery pastry – this alternative Christmas dinner is sure to be the star of the show
If you're having Christmas for two this year, swap out the turkey for these Christmas vegetable and Stilton pies. These festive pies make a perfect vegetarian Christmas main for a smaller Christmas, loaded with carrots, parsnips and melting cheese.
Make this veggie wellington ahead of time, then freeze it to enjoy on the big day. Packed full with festive flavours, this is the perfect vegetarian centrepiece for your Christmas dinner.
Packed full of fibre and protein, butter beans are at the centre of this super vegan pie
Make the most of the April harvest with this savoury spin on the French dessert classic
Use leftover smoky chorizo stew to make these Mediterranean-inspired pastries for a light lunch or dinner.
Meera Sodha brought one of her classic recipes to the Kitchen, cooking it with Greg and Seema. The rich, spiced lentil curry is simmered with coconut milk, tamarind and warming aromatics, while the quick “cheat’s” parathas make it perfectly approachable for a midweek meal. Comforting, fragrant and full of flavour, it’s a dish that showcases Meera’s knack for turning traditional Indian recipes into something simple and utterly delicious.
When Seema set out to create the perfect companion to Meera’s dal, she reached for one of her favourite kitchen hacks: ready-made puff pastry. Inspired by the flavours of traditional murtabak but wanting something quick, fun, and weeknight-friendly, she whipped up these golden, crispy parcels filled with spiced tofu, spinach, and fragrant aromatics.
Use leftover chicken stew to make this simple yet special galette. Top ready-made puff pastry with creamy ricotta and the leftover stew before baking in the oven. Finish with plenty of fresh tarragon. Delicious!
A moreish, hearty pie made with simple ingredients but packed full of flavour. It freezes well, and there's enough leftover filling to make Sloppy Joes, a bonus Friday night special.
This easy sausage plait recipe is a real family favourite, made extra special with fresh thyme, fragrant rosemary and sweet sundried tomato paste. Serve with a crisp green salad for a fuss-free crowd-pleasing meal or pack up for a delicious main at your next picnic.
Whether you love to make something special for your other half for Valentine's Day or not, either way this pie recipe is one to add to your repertoire. It's inspired by Diane sauce which is rich in umami flavours. Serve with chips, or mash if you prefer!
Celebrate Burn's Night with these deliciously moreish sausage rolls. The addition of haggis lends richness and spicy, peppery notes, creating a sophisticated party bite. We think these are too good to save for Burn's Night!
Here's a stunning veggie main for your Christmas dinner that's a doddle to make. This tart features a trio of red onions, leek and shallots to make a gorgeous caramelised topping, reminiscent of the classic French dessert tarte Tatin.
These moreish little pinwheels are packed with bold flavours, inspired by a classic British sandwich. Fun to serve at parties or as tasty savoury snack, you can make-and-freeze ahead – if you can wait that long to eat them!
This sprout and walnut pastry is a great vegetarian Christmas dinner idea or Boxing Day main. Any soft melting cheese will work here - why not try Camembert for extra festive flavours?
This recipe deliciously pairs buttery puff pastry with caramelised shallots, ripe pear, creamy Stilton and aromatic rosemary. It's an elegant Christmas starter that not only looks stunning but tastes delicious, too – the ideal way to kick off dinner
An indulgent starter idea to add to your staple of dinner party ideas. Making these tartlets is also a great way of using up any leftover Stilton. The earthy walnuts are the perfect topping to the strong flavours of Stilton and watercress.
Add a Christmas twist to beef Wellington by adding in Stilton. The cheese is mixed with horseradish, breadcrumbs, pine nuts and garlic, and spread over the beef once it's been browned. Using ready-rolled puff pastry makes this gorgeous beef dish easy, too.
Christmas equals parties with prosecco and hot canapés, and these Stilton and walnut puffs are just the ticket. Simply cut circles into ready-made puff pastry and spoon over Stilton mashed with cream cheese. Fold into half moons, top with walnut pieces and bake until golden.
Now here's a lunch that's sure to impress! Yet it's ready in just over half an hour. Shiitake mushrooms lend a meaty texture and umami flavour, balanced with fresh, creamy ricotta. We've used ready-rolled puff pastry, so it's a doddle to make.
Is there anything better than sausage rolls for a party or gathering? We certainly don’t think so! Unless, of course, you upgrade them by combining the usual sausage meat with a stuffing mix in these 20-minute wonders. Another A-star for the air-fryer.
This vegetarian tart makes a lovely dinner party main. It looks impressive (and tastes delicious) but is actually quite easy to rustle up using ready-rolled puff pastry and ready-whipped feta. We've used Tendersweet carrots for their elegant shape, distinct crispness and sweet flavour – they're certainly the star ingredient!
This gorgeous sausage roll wreath is a great centrepiece for your Boxing Day buffet table. Top the pastry with brie and serve with a pot of cranberry sauce in the middle for festive flavours.
Popping a pastry lid on a rich smoked haddock chowder turns this dish into the ultimate creamy comfort food that all the family will love. It can also be partially made in advance to save you time in the evening.
Cosy up with a comforting twist on a classic! Packed with tender mushrooms, this rich French-style stew is topped with crisp puff pastry. Serve with steamed greens for an impressive veggie feast.
We've given a classic steak pie a spooky twist with this simple but totally delicious and fun recipe. Make your beef filling and let it simmer away while you prep the pastry lettering (use ready-rolled to keep things really easy). Serve this to the family after trick-or-treating or to guests at your next Halloween party – watch everyone tuck in!
Layers of tender ham hock, creamy sprouts, and sweet shallots come together in this festive pithivier that’s as elegant as it is comforting. A pinch of nutmeg adds warmth, while the easy-to-make filling transforms Christmas leftovers into a delicious centrepiece.