Christmas is the most stressful time of year. Every cook wishes to create the perfect feast for family and friends. Yet time is short and inspiration may be lacking. This is where this book comes to the rescue! Packed full of recipes and ideas for Christmas it is the ultimate survial guide. From traditional favourites such as Roast Turkey, Christmas Pudding and Mince Pies, to modern variations, including a Vegetarian Terrine, Fruit Compote and Millionaire Shortbread. Chapters include a Cheat's Christmas to help the truly time-starved cook create the best Christmas ever, and a guide to Parties and Celebrations that will enable even a first-time caterer provide for the masses. Throughout the book craft and gift features add inspiration to help make the days even more special. Features include table decorations, Christmas wreaths, edible gifts, home-made cards and many more.A classic book that will be of value for years to come, this covers every aspect of Christmas, from the countdown weeks ahead, through Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day, to suggestions for using up leftovers and for light meals.

WI Complete Christmas

by Sian Cook and Anne Griffiths

Published 1 October 2010
This new accessible revised and updated paperback version of The WI Complete Christmas is packed with over 130 failsafe recipes and ideas for Christmas from traditional favourites such as Buttered Roast Turkey with Chestnut Stuffing, Gran's Christmas Pudding, Star Mince Pies and Jewelled Christmas Cake, to modern variations, including a Rosti Topped Halibut with Smoked Salmon and Avocado, Quail's Eggs with Sea Salt and Chilli Dip, Italian Plait and Banoffee Tarts.

Chapters include a Cheat's Christmas to help the truly time-starved cook create the best Christmas ever, an invaluable section on using up your Leftovers and a guide to Parties and Celebrations that will enable even a first-time cook to provide for large gatherings.

This book takes the stress out of having to organise everything an is the definitive guide to cooking for Christmas. It contains detailed advice on cooking ahead, planning for the big day and useful menus to cover the whole festive season.

Newly photographed chapter openers, an updated design and a new cover photograph bring this invaluable book right up to date.

WI Complete Christmas is the ultimate festive survival guide.