Get ahead for Christmas

Planning for Christmas can be stressful, but with our helpful, budget-friendly planning tips it doesn't have to be. Whether you're making the most of your freezer space well ahead of time, looking for clever shopping choices, or just need some help with your get ahead Christmas dinner planning, find everything you need to nail Christmas preparation here.

Save money and spread the cost Christmas recipes

Make the most of your freezer space and take the stress out of the Christmas main event with these cracking, wallet-friendly recipes. Simply follow the freezer tips within the recipes so things are ready to go with minimal stress on the big day, preparing Christmas dinner in advance has never been easier.

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Get ahead with Jamie Oliver’s Christmas recipes

Jamie’s here with lots of helpful tips to get through Christmas without breaking a sweat. From Jamie Oliver’s famous get-ahead Christmas gravy to flavoured ice cubes ready for your next spritz, this Christmas Day will be one to remember.

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Prepare ahead Christmas starter recipes

Having a starter ready to go is a stress-free way to kick off the festivities. Our starters can all serve a crowd, and are guaranteed to impress, from freezer-safe jewelled stuffing parcels to terrine that can be made up to 2 days in advance. Let’s get the party started!

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Christmas dinner prep and tips for the day

Need a helping hand to make Christmas Day that bit smoother? We’ve got you covered. Find out about preparing Christmas dinner in advance, how to make the most of your time on Christmas Eve, how to keep your turkey as juicy as possible, and the dos and don’ts for your big shop - then put it all together in one Christmas planning checklist!

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Make ahead Christmas desserts recipes

Put a cherry on top of your Christmas feast with easy Christmas desserts to make ahead. Whether you fancy a made-ahead classic Christmas pudding, a freezer-safe apple crumble or other quick and easy options, there’ll be no last-minute disasters for dessert this year.

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No need to buy, make edible gifts instead

Not sure what to give your loved ones this Christmas? Try something different and go for thoughtful edible Christmas gifts. Our sweet treats will last up to a week in an airtight container, while our chutneys, relishes and mincemeat have a much longer shelf life. Whatever you choose, these affordable, thoughtful gifts will impress, if you're not sure what to go for, why not take our quiz to find out what you should make to gift this Christmas.

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