A Christmas pudding is always a welcome addition to the feast and here’s our round-up of what we think are the best Christmas puddings around. However, if you want to…
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Venison casserole with prunes, armagnac and crispy chestnuts
Recipe for venison casserole with prunes, armagnac and crispy chestnuts Ingredients 4 tbsp olive oil 300g shallots, peeled and sliced in half 8 whole medium garlic cloves, peeled 4 sticks…
Roast partridge with clementine, winter spice and sherry gravy
Roast partridge with clementine, winter spice and sherry gravy This recipe serves 2 Ingredients 2 whole oven ready partridges 4 tbsp rapeseed oil 80g cooking chorizo, cut into 1cm cubes…
Where to buy the best Christmas turkeys
Pick out the best Christmas turkey and you’ll be making your festive feast one to remember. Choose from The Field’s pick of the best Christmas turkeys. And have it delivered…
Recipes for slow-cooking game: pheasant, venison, partridge, lamb
Slow-cooking offers many advantages to the time-pressed cook and much of the game and venison we enjoy is perfect for a leisurely simmer in the oven over a few hours.…
The best festive fruitcakes for Christmas feasting
If you haven’t had time to make and ice a fruitcake for Christmas then never despair. We’ve sought out a selection of the best festive fruitcakes to feast on over…
Tarragon pheasant, mushroom and leek cobbler with yoghurt and cheese scones
Tarragon pheasant, mushroom and leek cobbler with yoghurt and cheese scones Ingredients 4 tbsp olive oil 4 tbsp salted butter 8 skinless pheasant breasts, cut into bite-sized chunks 4 medium…
Slow-cooked venison in barbecue sauce with winter coleslaw
Slow-cooked venison in barbecue sauce with winter coleslaw Ingredients 4 tbsp olive oil 1.6kg bone-in venison haunch 2 large red onions, peeled and sliced 4 bay leaves 20g coriander, roughly…
Cranberry and sloe gin chocolate truffles
Cranberry and sloe gin chocolate truffles These truffles are one of my favourite festive treats, not just as a gift to give but also for myself. They are surprisingly simple…
Venison shank ragu with tomatoes and rosemary
Venison-shank ragu with tomatoes and rosemary With fresh, sweet tomatoes, fragrant rosemary and a generous amount of red wine, this venison ragu makes a truly delightful feast. Serves 4. Ingredients…