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3 Italian-inspired recipes for Christmas celebrations

Host in style this Christmas with an indulgent Italian-style dish and a quality sparkling water on the table. S. Pellegrino, with its gentle bubbles and perfect mineral balance, is famed for its food pairing qualities.

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Jamie Robinson, Tesco executive chef, product development, says: "These recipes are full of flavour and quality ingredients that are perfect for sharing round the table at Christmas time. Serve with S. Pellegrino sparkling water for that extra-special touch."

  1. Friendsmas dinner: Beef brisket one-pot with pecorino mash

    This warming brisket and cannellini bean pot roast is great winter dinner party main. The beef joint is cooked low and slow on the hob, with tomatoes, stock and fresh herbs until meltingly tender, then shredded. Stir in a tin of cannellini beans and serve with creamy pecorino mash. S. Pellegrino is a refreshing accompaniment to the rich flavours in the dish, as well as a great non-alcoholic drink option for guests.

    Beef brisket one-pot with pecorino mash
  2. Sharing platter: Beetroot and orange carpaccio with burrata

    This pretty platter is bursting with flavour, colour and texture. Arrange thin slices of beetroot and orange on a bed of peppery rocket and then top with a sprinkle of walnuts and – the star of the show – an oozing burrata. Works equally well as a sharing starter or part of a bigger party spread. Pour the S. Pellegrino and serve!

    Sharing platter: Beetroot and orange carpaccio with burrata
  3. Christmas Eve supper: Luxe Italian-style fish stew

    If you’re looking for something light for a special Christmas Eve dinner, try this luxurious fish stew, with chunks of cod, king prawns and mussels in a saffron and chilli-infused broth. Serve with ciabatta toasts to mop up the sauce and plenty of S. Pellegrino sparkling water for the table.

    Italian-style fish stew