Winter

Red wine is often used as a braise for beef, but we’re switching it up and using tender pork shoulder. Let it slowly cook on a rainy Sunday afternoon with a glass of red in hand

Plough Monday was traditionally the first Monday after Twelfth Night, marking the end of the holidays for farm workers and the start of the English agricultural year. The idea behind this steamed suet pudding filled with sausagemeat and bacon was to fill the farmers’ bellies on their return from the fields. For a deeper, golden colour on your cooked pud, brush with melted butter and give it a blast in a hot oven

‘This is a really hearty dish. It’s easy to do at home but special enough that you can serve it at a dinner party.’

Mulling spices infuse this rich, slow-cooked beef stew with festive warmth. It’s ideal for relaxed winter gatherings – make ahead and reheat to serve