Turkey takes centre stage at Christmas, but for many of us the classic sides and trimmings are the stars of the show.

Many more of us are choosing to eat a vegetarian diet nowadays, whether for health or environmental reasons. So even if you’re not a vegetarian yourself it’s very likely that you’ll find yourself catering for a vegetarian friend or family member on Christmas day.

A quick splash 'n dash doesn't get your hands properly clean.

Eggs that have not been fully cooked can contain harmful bacteria, which can make vulnerable groups seriously ill from food poisoning.

Your body needs lots of different nutrients to stay healthy. That means eating a variety of foods from each of the main food groups.

Raw milk can contain food poisoning bacteria so vulnerable people should not drink it.

Recipe and instructions for how to cook a turkey leg. A turkey leg is a great option if you're planning a smaller Christmas dinner.

Healthy lemony and rosemary turkey recipe for all occasions. Try is for a delicious dinner, nutritionally analysed by our team of experts.

A perfect starter for Christmas dinner, the Safefood prawn cocktail recipe.