A larder full of rich and colourful preserves conjures up a pleasing picture of seasonal ingredients, country kitchens and good home cooking.

What could be nicer than the aroma of home-made bread?

At last, the definitive Christmas book! Inside you’ll find tried and tested recipes such as Gran’s Christmas Pudding and Buttered Roast Turkey with Chestnut Stuffing, vegetarian dishes, desserts and delicious treats for children.

Full of tempting recipes to use throughut the year, many of them old favourites with a new twist – and if you need a ltitle extra to go with your soup, you’ll find a wonderful selection of unusual and tasty accompaniments here, too.