Making everything from scratch at Christmas ... but is a great shortcut to making instant desserts. Even Michel Roux uses it for his French apple tart and Marcus Wareing has it in the fridge ...

Encased in flaky filo ... tart cranberry sauce. The Confit Duck Leg with Pomegranate Jus feels indulgent and festive, while the Lamb Ossobuco and Lobster Thermidor add a luxurious touch to the ...