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A Vegetarian Christmas

Veggie Christmas fare needn't be a poor man's version of the meat eaters' feast. Here is our selection of hearty vegetarian food with a festive twist - and not a nut roast in sight...

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Winter vegetable tartlets

The perfect festive nibbles for your Christmas or New Year's Eve party, these delicious vegetable tartlets will be a guaranteed hit amongst your guests.

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Spicy potato, butternut squash, pea and paneer curry with orange-scented rice

Curry might not seem like the obvious choice for Christmas but the potato and squash make this hearty, classic winter grub and the aromatic orange rice adds a warming Christmas zing.

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Couscous-stuffed Peppers with Feta, Olives and Pinenuts

Stuffed peppers are always a hit and this delicious recipe is simply the best. Makes a suitably hefty festive starter or side.

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Simply roasted winter squash

A lovely, seasonal side which can be spruced up for Christmas with a sprinkling of crushed cardamom seeds pre-roasting.

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Wild Mushroom and Black Olive Risotto

Risotto is a wonderful main dish that deserves pride of place on any veggie's Christmas menu and it will be perfectly complimented by the vegetable sides of the festive spread.

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Vegetable and Cheddar Crumble Pie

Crumble is a classic winter dish and perfect for a stodgy Christmas main.

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Spicy Potato Patties

Potato cakes make a wonderful starter or buffet snack at a Christmas party. You can make these tatty patties extra festive by using potato-friendly rosemary, ginger or even a touch of cinnamon with the semolina coating.

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Baked Squash Zapallo

Kabocha - the Japanese winter squash - works wonderfully in this wintry soup which makes a delightful starter. Nutmeg is a celebrated Christmas spice so feel free to play about with the quantities according to just how festive you wish to make this.

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