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Go Beyond The Nut Roast - Vegetarian Christmas Recipes!

15th October 2020

12% of Brits, that’s 8 million, will enjoy a vegan or vegetarian Christmas, according to an animal welfare charity*. In addition to this, 24% of Brits will cater for plant-based and vegetarian family members or friends on the special day.
 
With the demand continuing to increase, gone are the days when the only vegetarian and vegan option on a Christmas menu was a “Nut Roast”. Using a selection of our vegetarian and vegan friendly stocks, gravies, jus and sauce bases, our development chefs have created a selection of inspiring recipe options for your meat-free menu:

Beetroot and Squash Wellington - View recipe

Beetroot and Squash Wellington

Festive Mushroom Stuffing - View recipe

Festive Mushroom Stuffing

Vegan Mushroom, Chestnut and Cranberry Tart - View recipe

Vegan Mushroom, Chestnut and Cranberry Tart

Harissa and Maple Syrup Roasted Carrots with Pistachios - View recipe

Harissa and Maple Syrup Roasted Carrots with Pistachios

Whole Stuffed Butternut Squash - View recipe

Whole Stuffed Butternut Squash

Turnip Mash with Green, Caramelised Onions and Feta - View recipe

Turnip Mash with Green, Caramelised Onions and Feta

We know Christmas may be far from what we are used to this year, but we are here to support your working kitchen always. If you need assistance with samples, additional product information or if you require any further support - pick up the phone, we’d love to hear from you! Contact us here.
 
We’d love you to share your festive ideas and creations with us on social media. Tweet @essentialcuisin or follow @chef.essential on Instagram and use the hashtag #EssentialCuisine

* https://plantbasednews.org/culture/12-brits-vegan-veggie-christmas/

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