Spinach, Mushroom and Cheese Phyllo Purses

The combination of crisp phyllo pastry and a colourful yellow pepper sauce makes this Severn Lodge dish a stylish vegetarian entr? Hubert Obermeier, the executive chef, drops small spoonfuls of tomato sauce into the yellow pepper sauce and gives them a dramatic swirl.

Hazelnut Mushroom Turkey Breast

A rolled turkey breast is an elegant entr?solution for small gatherings.

Homemade Mayonnaise

Making mayonnaise from scratch is easier than you think! For best results, bring the ingredients to room temperature before you start blending. No food processor? Omit the egg white, using only the yolk, and make this mayonnaise using a bowl and a whisk.

Roast Turkey With Herbed Stuffing

The classic recipe as featured in our Test Kitchen Video: How to cook a turkey

Roast Beef with Mushroom Gravy

Oven roast cuts of beef, such as sirloin tip and inside and outside round, are less expensive than premium cuts and can make fine roasts. However, because they are less marbled with fat, they need help to keep them succulent. Here we use a tasty garlic-and-herb-infused butter to do just that.

Argentine Spatchcock Chicken

South American cuisine is famous for its grilled meat and herbaceous sauces. Here, a spicy buttermilk chimichurri marinade ensures that the chicken is moist and flavourful, while piquant onion slaw tempers the richness of the dish. To up the slaw's heat, replace the sweet red pepper with a thinly sliced jalapeño pepper.

Rolled Turkey Breast with Artisanal Bread Stuffing

Instead of a giant turkey, modest slices of stuffed breast is a tantalizing alternative. Artisanal breads are widely available in a variety of flavours, so choose your favourite for this tasty stuffing.

Cordon Bleu Pork Tenderloin

Elizabeth Baird's La Crémaillère’s Seafood Cornets with Vodka Vinaigrette

A delicate dance of flavour and elegance — this dish marries fresh ocean bounty with a spirited, silky vinaigrette in a crisp, golden cone.

Coq Au Vin

This classic dish is ideal for entertaining because you can sit and sip with guests while it simmers. Serve the same type of wine for drinking as you used in the sauce.