ROI Festive Food to Share 2022

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How to beat the budget

We know things are a bit tricky right now, and we’re all tightening our belts to get through. The good news? As ever, we’re here to help, not just with great-value food and drink in our wide range, but with clever ideas and tips to see you beat the budget and enjoy a Christmas without compromise.

Share the load

Remember, we’re all in it together: don’t be afraid to ask friends and family to bring a bottle or a dish to gatherings. Not only will it bolster your booze supply or buffet spread, it’s also fun seeing what other people bring to the table. We like to call it a ‘potluck’ party!

Try Secret Santa

Forget buying presents for the whole family. Instead, agree to do Secret Santa, and

simply let everyone pick a name out of a hat then buy a gift for just that person. Make every penny count by getting something to match their personality that won’t end up in the cupboard. Set a budget and stick to it, then add your own twist by wrapping it up as a table present to enjoy before tucking into your festive feast.

Prep and plan

Finally, use this festive food guide as the ultimate tool to help you plan every meal and occasion this Christmas, so you only buy exactly what you need, can spread the cost over the season, and significantly reduce any waste. Write lists, earmark pages and save money. Now, go forth and enjoy Christmas!

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Tesco Finest Prosecco Valdobbiadene €17.99

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Sourced from the best vineyards in the heart of Prosecco, this premium pick has flavours of ripe pear and white peach with a zesty, lively finish. Cracking with canapés.

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Big up breakfast

Start the day with a bang and treat everyone to a cracking breakfast that won’t break the bank

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Tesco Finest Irish Breakfast Range

There’s something for everyone in our range, from homeproduced bacon and sausages to continental-style conserves and pastries. Make a spread of it by adding grilled vine tomatoes, crusty bread and ketchup – plus of course plenty of juice, tea and coffee.

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Treat everyone to a proper brekkie with our great-value home-grown fare

1 Tesco Finest 6 Irish Pork & Apple Sausages €2.99 (454g, 66c/100g) Selected cuts of Irish pork, seasoned and blended with apples and a touch of sweet honey.

2 Tesco Finest 6 Canadian Maple Smoked Dry Cured Irish Rashers €2.99 (240g, €1.25/100g)

Marinated in maple syrup and smoked using beechwood chips.

3 Tesco Finest Black Pudding €1.49 (300g, 50c/100g)

Grill or fry slices of this earthy black pudding made in Co Offaly to add to your brekkie.

4 Tesco Finest Sourdough Bloomer €3.30 (505g, 65c/100g))

This handcrafted soft, white sourdough loaf, with a crunchy, chewy crust, is a breakfast essential.

5 Tesco Finest 6 Corn Fed Eggs €2.40 (40c each) Round out your fry-up with rich golden-yolked eggs from corn-fed hens.

6 Tesco Finest Sicilian Lemon Curd Yogurt €1 (150g, 67c/100g) Give breakfast a continental twist with a smooth yogurt made with Irish cream and milk in Wexford.

7 Tesco Finest Rhubarb & Madagascan Vanilla Conserve €2.29 (320g, 72c/100g) Made in Ireland with Madagascan vanilla extract.

GREAT VALUE

Check out our cracking value for premium lobster. Wow your crowd with these generous crustaceans, loaded on a platter with ice and lemon wedges.

Catch of the day

Push the boat out with restaurant-style seafood dishes that won’t leave you out of pocket

Tesco Finest Lobster Tails €18 (220g, €8.18/100g); and Tesco Finest Whole Cooked Lobster €15 (400g, €3.75/100g)

Create a platter of show-stopping crustacean perfection with whole lobsters and lobster tails. The raw lobster tails and whole cooked lobsters come from the clear waters off the Canadian coast and are packed in their shells to retain their succulent flesh. Serve with dipping sauces and lemon wedges to squeeze over.

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Tesco Finest Prosecco Rosé €18

Full of fresh, ripe red berry and citrus fruit flavours, with a delicate and elegant mousse, this sparkling rosé is a light delight to partner with fish and shellfish.

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1 Tesco Finest Coquilles St Jacques €8 (90g, €8.89/100g)

A luxurious traditional French starter of velvety scallops and juicy king prawns in a smooth, creamy white wine sauce –fnished with a crisp, golden cheese and chive crumb. They’re effortlessly elegant and won’t fail to bowl over your guests.

2 Tesco Finest Salmon Side with Lemon & Mixed Herb Butter & Rosemary Sprigs €14 (650g, €2.46/100g)

Supplied by the Keohane family of West Cork, this Salmon Side, perfect for entertaining, is delightfully fragrant and moist and complemented perfectly by the citrus and herb butter, which melts over the salmon.

l In selected stores from 22 December

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Tesco Finest Tartare Sauce €2.49 (175g, €1.42/100g)

Spoon this punchy sauce – made with gherkins, capers, cream and mustard –on fish dishes for the perfect pairing of flavours.

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Stock up on simple sofa suppers online or in store – indulgent comfort food to serve on those lazy days between Christmas and New Year.

Tesco Finest Lobster Mac & Cheese €8 (160g, €5/100g)

Nothing says ‘casual luxe’ quite like this decadent spin on mac ’n’ cheese. Generous pieces of tender Canadian lobster are teamed with tubed pasta in a classic creamy cheese sauce fnished with a dash of truffle oil and Dijon mustard. Then the whole dish is topped with crispy breadcrumbs. Add a leafy green salad on the side and you’re all set.

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1 Tesco Finest Scottish Smoked Salmon €8.19 (120g, €6.83/100g)

For many, it just wouldn’t be Christmas without smoked salmon. This RSPCA-assured, responsibly farmed salmon is smoked over hickory and oak chips and left to mature for more than 24 hours to develop a rich, intense flavour and succulent texture. Pair slices with a prawn cocktail (see left) for an appetiser, or serve on blinis for a stylish party nibble.

2 Tesco Finest Wild Atlantic Scallops with Garlic & Fennel Butter €7.50 (140g, €5.36/100g)

There’s something totally luxurious about scallops. This natural, wild-caught variety, from the clear waters of the Canadian North Atlantic, are covered in a locally sourced Irish garlic and fennel butter. Cooks in five minutes for a delicate, sweet flavour.

l In selected stores from 16 December

3 Nolans King Prawn Cocktail €4 (170g, €2.35/100g)

This retro classic combines juicy, plump king prawns in a luxuriously creamy Marie Rose sauce for the perfect starter. Serve it simply in a pretty glass bowl over lettuce leaves and garnished with a lemon wedge and sprig of dill, or alongside its traditional partner, smoked salmon.

l In selected stores from 1 December

LOVE YOUR LEFTOVERS

From stock to sandwiches to waste perfectly good turkey. Why not freeze until January then use it midweek? There’s no better feeling than a meal you’ve already paid for!

Bring on the bird

Serve up turkey as a traditional centrepiece with all of the trimmings, but none of the fuss

Tesco Finest Free Range

Whole Bronze Turkey

€36-€60 (4-7kg, £8.73/kg)

A whole turkey is a traditional Christmas highlight, and our range of bronze turkeys showcases a slower-growing breed reared on Irish farms that meet the highest welfare standards. These free-range whole turkeys are full of favour and make a great-value option for larger family get-togethers. Serve with all the trimmings for a crowd-pleasing feast.

l In selected stores from 19 December

DON’T FORGET

Head to p22 for a selection of stunning sides to go with your main event. To choose a great-value Irish ham to accompany your turkey, turn to p14.

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A few little extras can make all the difference

1 Tesco Finest Cranberry Sauce €2.69 (220g, €1.22/100g)

Carefully selected cranberries are slowly cooked with plump lingonberries to make this classic turkey accompaniment.

2 Tesco Finest Turkey & White Wine Gravy €2.99 (300g, €1/100g)

A rich and flavoursome gravy made with slowly reduced turkey stock and a dash of crisp Sauvignon Blanc.

l Available from 19 December

3 Tesco Finest Irish Pork Sausage Meat €2.50 (454g, 55c/100g)

Adds pork flavour to stuffing. Makes easy sausage rolls too – just roll into fingers, encase in puff pastry, slice and bake.

4 Tesco Finest Wild Sage & Buttered Onion Stuffing €3 (225g, €1.33/100g)

Sage and onion sautéed in butter with farmhouse loaf breadcrumbs.

l Available from 19 December

5 Tesco Finest Cranberry, Apricot & Clementine Stuffing €3.50 (300g, €1.17/100g)

A rich mix of onions, dried fruits, juice and a twist of orange zest.

l In selected stores from 19 December

Tesco Finest Free Range

Bronze Turkey Joint with Stuffing €42 (3kg, €14/kg)

This boneless free-range bronze Irish turkey breast is filled with a winter fruit stuffing and garnished with a smoked bacon lattice, a zesty orange slice and juicy apricots. Hand prepared by our skilled butchers, it’s easy to cook, carve and serve – a fuss-free show-stopper for your big-day festivities.

l In selected stores from 19 December

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Tesco Finest Chablis €16

Fresh and delicate, this classic Burgundy Chardonnay is bursting with apple and citrus flavours, and has a long, classic finish. A great match for turkey.

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1 Turkey Breast on the Bone with Bacon Lattice €36 (3kg, €12/kg)

Tender Irish turkey breast on the bone with a smoked bacon lattice adding a delicious layer of smoky, savoury flavour while keeping the breast moist and protected as it cooks. An easy choice for a no-fuss Christmas main as there’s no prep required; you just pop it in the oven to roast.

l Available from 20 December

2 Fresh Irish Turkey Crown €23 (2kg, €11.50/kg)

Perfect for smaller family groups or gatherings, a crown is a whole Irish turkey, sourced from selected farms, with the legs and wings removed, giving you a joint of beautiful white breast meat on the bone. Straightforward to cook and carve, a turkey crown is ideal for those who prefer plenty of slices of tender breast meat.

l Available from 20 December

3 Boned & Rolled Turkey with Sage & Onion Stuffing

€30 (3.2kg, €9.38/kg)

Packed with flavour, this boned and rolled turkey joint makes a great alternative to a whole bird as it takes the hassle out of carving on the big day. It comes with a rich vein of sage and onion stuffing running through the middle to keep it moist and tender as it cooks.

l Available from 20 December

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One slice or two?

Sit down to a St Stephen’s Day feast with a glazed Irish ham presented with pride in the centre of the table

GREAT VALUE

This delicious glazed ham will go far this Christmas –there’s more than enough to go round and you’ll have plenty of leftovers to enjoy too.

€15

An elegant light red from New Zealand, oak aged to add subtle spice and a smooth finish. Works well with ham, pork or turkey.

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Tesco Finest Irish Dry Cured Ham Fillet with Mulling Spices & Honey Glaze €25 (2.75kg, €9.09/kg)

This dry-cured ham comes with mulling spices to create a mouthwatering favour infusion while cooking, and is fnished off with a lush honey and apple glaze. An impressive dish to bring out from the kitchen.

l In selected stores from 30 November

Tesco Finest Marlborough Pinot Noir

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Irish Ham Fillet with Apple & Fig Glaze €20 (2.1kg, €9.52/kg)

The scent of the sticky, deliciously sweet glaze bubbling away in the oven lets your nose know that Christmas is here. This boneless drycured ham comes from prime Irish pork and is wonderfully moist and juicy. It’s topped off with an irresistible apple and fig glaze that everyone will love.

l In selected stores from 30 November

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Tesco Finest Dry Cured

Irish Ham Fillet with Irish Whiskey, Orange & Maple Glaze €20 (2.1kg, €9.52/kg)

Generously brushed with an Irish whiskey, orange and maple glaze, this easy-cooking succulent ham has an abundance of sweet and spicy flavours, making every slice a melt-in-the-mouth moment to savour. Carve at the table and wow your crowd.

l In selected stores from 30 November

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Tesco Finest Châteauneufdu-Pape €22 With layers of forest fruits, cherries and a peppery finish, this rich Rhône Valley red slips down beautifully with roast beef.

Something a bit different

SPECIAL

Tesco Finest Irish Angus Carvery Rib Roast

1 Tesco Finest Irish Angus Round Roast €14 per kg (1.1kg-2.8kg)

For a very special beef joint, try this premium boneless silverside cut, matured for 32 days. Sourced from trusted Irish farmers committed to the highest standards, free-roaming cattle graze on lush pastures so the meat is tender, succulent and full of favour. Roast until nicely pink and carve into thick slices. l In selected stores from week commencing 28 November

2 Tesco Finest Irish Whole and Half Leg of Lamb €15.99 per kg

The lamb in our Finest range is chosen for its tenderness and sweet favour and is sourced from specially selected Irish sheep farms. Ever-popular roast lamb makes a fantastic alternative to turkey over the Christmas holidays, and a whole leg is more than enough to feed a gathering of up to 10 family and friends. For a festive twist, try pairing the lamb with favours such as rosemary, cloves, orange and cranberry.

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Tesco Finest Boned & Rolled Irish Lamb Loin with Wild Garlic & Porcini Mushroom Stuffing €29.54 per kg

This tender loin of lamb is an ideal cut for roasting and comes with a favoursome stuffing made from wild garlic and fragrant Porcini mushrooms, with their umami-rich aroma and taste. Remove from the fridge an hour before cooking and enjoy served just pink in the middle.

l In selected stores from 14 December

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Tesco Finest The Trilogy Malbec €18 Standing up to the bold flavours of lamb, this Argentinian Malbec is dark and delicious, packed with fruity vanilla flavours and a black pepper finish.

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1 Tesco Finest Irish Angus Spiced Beef €20 (1kg)

Spiced beef is a Cork tradition that dates back centuries to the days when merchant sailors would cure the meat on board ship to make it last longer.

Hailing from West Cork, our Finest silverside spiced beef is expertly cured and hand-rolled in seasonal spices for extra favour. It’s usually served cold but is just as lovely hot from the oven.

l Available from 1 December

2 Tesco Finest Certified Irish Angus Beef Striploin Joint with Garlic & Herb Butter €29.54 per kg

Made from 100% Irish Angus beef that has been matured for 32 days, our fantastic striploin joint is a superior cut, and comes favoured with garlic and herb butter for additional taste. Matured for quality, the meat is farm assured, with succulence as standard. Roast until perfectly pink and serve with a selection of sides (see p22).

l In selected stores from 7 December

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LOVE YOUR LEFTOVERS

Whether in a curry, Bolognese or casserole, there are plenty of ways to use up roast beef and avoid waste. Better still, why not layer slices in a sandwich and top with rocket and horseradish?

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Make a meal of it with these accompaniments

1 Tesco Finest Horseradish Sauce €1.99 (170g, €1.17/100g) This creamy sauce is made with a fiery kick of grated horseradish, softened with thick British double cream and finished with a touch of lemon. Heavenly with beef.

2 Tesco Finest Beef & Red Wine Gravy

€2.99 (300g, €1/100g)

A rich and savoury beef gravy made with slow-cooked beef stock with rosemary, thyme and a dash of Merlot red wine.

l Available from 19 December

3 Tesco Finest Mint Sauce

€2.49 (180g, €1.38/100g)

Made with mint, white wine vinegar and a splash of balsamic vinegar from Modena, this is the classic partner to roast lamb dishes.

GREAT VALUE

A bit of me-time is on our wish list. This clever recipe takes just half an hour of ‘hands-on’ time – the oven does the rest!

Everyone’s invited

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Tesco Finest Rioja Gran Reserva, €18

This premium wine is made from handharvested grapes. It’s full of mellow black fruits, hints of vanilla and exotic spice.

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CREATE YOUR OWN CRACKING VEGAN CENTREPIECE

Cook up this mushroom hotpot as a meat-free Christmas main. Totally vegan, the intense vegetable filling combines mushrooms, swede and lentils in a rich Porcini gravy, and it’s topped with crispy golden potatoes for a striking Christmas dinner highlight.

VEGAN MUSHROOM HOTPOT

Serves 4

Takes 1 hr 45 mins plus soaking

540g dried porcini mushrooms

4 tbsp olive oil

200g shallots, peeled and quartered

160g Portobello mushrooms, sliced

200g Chantenay carrots, halved lengthways

350g swede, peeled and cut into small cubes

3 tbsp cornflour

1 vegetable stock cube, made up to 200ml stock (ensure vegan if required)

100ml red wine (ensure vegan if required)

250g pouch cooked puy lentils

15g fresh thyme, chopped, plus extra sprigs to garnish

2 tbsp redcurrant jelly

600g potatoes, peeled

1 Preheat the oven to gas 5, 190°C, fan 170°C. Put the dried porcini mushrooms in a heatproof jug, cover with 300ml boiling water and set aside for 20 mins. Drain, reserving the liquid.

2 Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large saucepan. Add the shallots, Portobello mushrooms, carrots, swede and 4 tbsp water. Cook for 10 mins until the shallots have softened. Stir in the cornfour and cook for 1 min. Gradually add the stock, the reserved porcini liquid (except for any gritty bits at the bottom of the jug) and wine. Cook, stirring continuously, for 3-4 mins until the mixture has thickened. Stir through the lentils, porcini mushrooms, chopped thyme and redcurrant jelly. Season well, then transfer to a large ovenproof dish or casserole dish.

3 Finely slice the potatoes into rounds. Parboil for 5-6 mins until slightly softened. Drain and arrange the potatoes in rings on top of the hotpot, overlapping slightly. Brush with the remaining oil. Cover with foil and bake for 50 mins until the potatoes are just tender.

4 Increase the oven temperature to gas 7, 220°C, fan 200°C. Remove the foil and bake for a further 30 mins until the potatoes are cooked and golden brown. Scatter with thyme to garnish. Serve with vegan gravy, see right, and all your usual trimmings.

Each serving contains

A MAKE-AHEAD-AND-FREEZE VEGAN GRAVY

Serve this flavour-packed sauce to pour over meat-free dishes.

THYME & MUSHROOM GRAVY

Serves 6 Takes 50 mins

1 tbsp olive oil

1 onion, fnely chopped 190g mushrooms, fnely chopped 5g thyme sprigs

2 tbsp plain flour

1 vegetable stock pot, made up to 600ml 1 tbsp soy sauce

1 Heat the oil in a saucepan over a medium heat and fry the onion with a pinch of salt for 20 mins, stirring occasionally, until golden and

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caramelised, adding a splash of water if it starts to catch.

2 Stir in the mushrooms and cook for another 10 mins until golden. Add the thyme sprigs, then stir in the four until combined.

3 Pour in the stock, a little at a time, stirring constantly. Once all the stock has been added, simmer for 15-20 mins, stirring regularly, until thickened to your liking.

4 Discard the thyme, add the soy sauce and season to taste.

Each serving contains

of the reference intake.

Carbohydrate 7g Protein 1.6g Fibre 0.2g

1 Thanks Plants

Festive Roast €17.99 (1kg, €1.80/100g)

This vegan roulade with a mushroom, chestnut and cranberry stuffing makes an ace centrepiece.

2 Plant Chef 10 No Mozzarella Sticks €5 (200g, €2.50/100g)

Enjoy these breadcrumb-coated, coconut-based ‘cheese’ sticks as a vegetarian side or serve on platters for a vegan party bite.

3 Wicked Kitchen No-Chicken Drumettes €5 (250g, €2/100g)

As a turkey alternative for vegans, these soya and wheat protein drummers, coated in chilli and paprika breadcrumbs, are a great choice.

1 Tesco Finest Red Cabbage with Port & Cranberries €3.50 (400g, 88c/100g)

This classic side pairs nicely with roast turkey and ham, and has real warmth and aroma. Red cabbage is slow-cooked in port wine, cranberries and redcurrant jelly, then seasoned with cinnamon and cloves. What could be more Christmassy?

2 Tesco Finest Potato Gratin €6.50 (1kg)

Finely sliced fresh Irish Rooster potatoes baked in a rich Irish cream, mature Irish Cheddar and garlic sauce with a generous topping of vintage Irish Cheddar for a punchy finishing touch. Goes brilliantly with roast beef, ham or turkey.

3 Tesco Finest Three Cheese Cauliflower Bake €6.50 (1kg)

A ready-to-bake Christmas celebration favourite with cauliflower florets in a smooth cheese sauce made using Irish cream, white Cheddar and mascarpone and topped with Irish vintage Cheddar cheese for a final flourish.

4 Tesco Finest Goose Fat Irish Potatoes €6.50 (800g, 81c/100g)

Prepared Irish Maris Piper potatoes tossed in goose fat, Irish butter and lightly seasoned with salt for a perfect crispy finish on cooking. A real time-saver.

5 Tesco Finest Parsnip Wedges with Honey & Mustard €3.50 (400g, 88c/100g)

Another trusted festive favourite. Chunky parsnip wedges are coated with a delicate honey and mustard dressing that brings out their sweet flavours. A lovely, crunchy side for your big day roast.

6 Tesco Finest Brussels Sprouts with Smoked Irish Bacon Lardons €3.50 (400g, 88c/100g)

It wouldn’t be Christmas without Brussels sprouts, and this next-level side has been given a flavour boost with the addition of dry-cured Irish bacon lardons and creamy Irish butter.

7 Tesco Finest Creamy Mashed Potato €6.50 (1kg)

Rooster potatoes are the best potatoes for making a great mash. Our Irish Rooster potatoes are mashed with Irish cream and butter for a smooth and velvety finish. A versatile side that will go with any Christmas roast.

l All sides available in selected stores from week commencing 19 December

Cheat at sweet

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Tesco Chocolate Orange Gateau Bar €5 (400g, €1.25/100g)

Layers of soft chocolate sponge are sandwiched together with a smooth orange cream mousse and an orange-favoured sauce. All topped with a smooth vanilla cream mousse and a sprinkle of dark chocolate curls.

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1 Tesco Finest 6 Mince Pies €3.35 (56c each)

Rich, crisp pastry is packed with a delicious mix of plump vine fruits and Napoleon glacé cherries infused with French brandy and ruby port, with a refreshing twist of lemon zest, tangerine oil and festive spices. Finished with a gentle dusting of sugar.

2 Rachel H Caramel & Honeycomb Mousse Cake

€13

This sensational creation, lovingly made in Cork, has a crumbly Breton biscuit base topped with a creamy layer of caramel mousse and honeycomb pieces, finished with a chocolate decoration for a final flourish. One slice of this premium cake is never enough!

l In selected stores from week commencing 19 December

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Classic indulgent accompaniments for your puds

1 Tesco Finest Brandy Butter €3.19 (200g, €1.60/100g) Spoon a generous helping of brandy butter on mince pies and Christmas puddings.

2 Fresh Whipped Cream €1.79 (350ml, 51c/100ml) Made from 100% Irish milk, this rich, fresh cream is whipped and ready to dollop onto your favourite celebration desserts.

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And now for something a little different…

1 Tesco Finest Tiramisu Style Panettone €12.99 (750g, €1.73/100g). Our deliciously sweet and flavourful panettone has been given a little tiramisu-inspired twist, with its coffee-flavoured cream filling and little drops of chocolate.

2 Tesco Finest 12 Macaron Selection €4 (132g, €3.03/100g)

A deliciously indulgent Parisian-inspired macaron assortment, including Salted Caramel, Chocolate, Strawberry and Lemon.

l In selected stores from week commencing 21 November 2

One scoop or two? Oh, go on then...

1 Tesco Finest Dulce de Leche Ice Cream €3.89 (500ml, 78c/100ml)

A Great Taste one-star winner that’s a silky blend of dulce de leche caramel and Irish cream.

2 Tesco Finest Belgian Chocolate Orange Ice Cream €3.89 (500ml, 78c/100ml)

Fresh Irish cream, dark chocolate and orange extract deliver a rich and zesty ice cream.

3 Tesco Finest Madagascan Vanilla Ice Cream

€3.89 (500ml, 78c/100ml)

Crushed fragrant vanilla pods are churned with fresh Co Cork cream for a smooth-tasting scoop.

4 Tesco Finest Lemon Cheesecake Ice Cream €3.89 (500ml, 78c/100ml)

Tangy lemon sauce, cream cheese, crumbly digestive biscuits and fresh Irish cream go into this wondrous ice cream.

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1 Chocolate Yule Log €9 (720g, €1.25/100g)

A Christmas delight! Light, fluffy chocolate sponge rolled with layers of Belgian chocolate sauce and cream. The log is coated in chocolate fudge and hand-decorated with milk and white chocolate shavings and sweet edible gold dusting.

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Desserts

Christmas Chocolate Cake €13 (600g, €2.17/100g)

A classic chocolate fudge cake given a seasonal makeover. Crafted in Ireland, the two velvety sponge layers are filled and coated with a smooth Belgian chocolate buttercream, then finished with dark chocolate curls and a sprinkling of edible lustre.

l In selected stores from week commencing 19 December

1 Wicked Kitchen Spiced Rum Christmas

Pudding €3 (100g)

A wickedly rich pudding with vine fruits, cherries and crunchy almonds, spiced with cinnamon and ginger and a nice boozy kick of rum. Gluten free, dairy free and suitable for vegans – and perfectly sized to serve one.

2 Free From 4 Mince

Pies €2.50 (220g, €1.14/100g)

Enjoy all of your favourite Christmas flavours in this crisp gluten-free pastry, filled with spiced mincemeat made with sultanas, raisins and currants, and topped with a dusting of sugar.

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Head online or in store to browse more of the tasty gluten-free and other free-from food in our tempting range – sure to help you welcome one and all this season.

ORANGE, CARDAMOM & PISTACHIO PAVLOVA CROWN

A spectacular dessert to impress all your guests

Serves 6

Takes 1 hr 20 mins plus cooling

100g demerara sugar

225g caster sugar

4 medium eggs, separated, 2 egg yolks reserved ¼ tsp cream of tartar or 1 tbsp white wine vinegar

8 cardamom pods, 3 lightly crushed, seeds removed from the rest and crushed 20g pistachios, fnely crushed 2 oranges

100g extra-thick brandy cream

For the orange curd

100ml fresh orange juice (from roughly 1 orange) 25ml lemon juice (from roughly 1 lemon) 40g unsalted butter 1 tbsp cornflour

1 Preheat the oven to gas 6, 200°C, fan 180°C and line a large baking sheet with baking paper. Mix the demerara sugar with 125g caster sugar and spread out on the sheet; bake for 7 mins, then use the paper to carefully pour the sugar into a jug. Reduce the oven to gas 1, 140°C, fan 120°C.

2 Meanwhile, gently whisk the egg whites and cream of tartar in a large, non-plastic mixing bowl with an electric whisk for 1 min, then increase the speed to medium-high and whisk for 2-3 mins or to stiff-peak stage. Still whisking the egg whites, slowly add the warm sugar a little at a time, whisking until the mixture forms stiff peaks again. Once all the sugar is mixed in, increase the speed to high and whisk for 5 mins or until very stiff and glossy and the sugar has mostly dissolved. Fold in the cardamom seeds.

3 Spoon just under half the meringue into a large disposable piping bag and cut a 3cm opening; set aside. Spoon the rest of the meringue onto the lined baking sheet in a deep,

flat circle (about 18cm). Pipe the remaining meringue in 12 ‘towers’ about 4cm high around the edge to create a strong rim. Sprinkle the peaks with 10g pistachios and bake for 1 hr. Turn the oven off and leave the meringue inside to cool for at least 2½ hrs (or overnight).

4 Meanwhile, make the orange curd. Put the orange juice in a saucepan with the lemon juice, butter and 50g caster sugar, and heat gently to melt. Increase the heat to bring to a simmer, then remove from the heat.

5 Whisk the egg yolks and cornflour in a bowl. Slowly pour the juice over the egg mix, whisking until combined. Return the mixture to the pan and bring to a simmer, whisking all the time. Bubble gently for 1-2 mins until thickened.

6 Pass through a fine sieve to remove lumps. Cover with clingfilm (touching the surface of the curd); cool completely.

7 Use a small, sharp knife to top and tail the oranges, then remove skin and pith. Slice into 5mm rounds; transfer to a bowl with any juice and set aside.

8 Put the remaining 50g caster sugar in a small saucepan with 50ml water and the cardamom pods. Heat gently to dissolve the sugar, then increase the heat to high and bubble for 3 mins until thickened. Set aside to cool for 15 mins, then pour over the orange segments. Cover and chill for 30 mins or until needed.

9 To serve, softly whip the brandy cream and swirl through 3 tbsp orange curd; spoon into the middle of the meringue. Top with the remaining curd and the orange slices and scatter with the remaining pistachios.

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of the reference intake.

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SPECIAL OFFER

To help you find great value this Christmas, Clubcard members can buy any 3 selected Irish Farmhouse cheeses for just €10* , either in store on online.

SERVE WITH…

Tesco Finest 10 Year Old Tawny Port €19

A mellow and mature, amber-coloured port, aged in oak barrels, with nutty and dried fruit flavours and a butterscotch finish. Perfect with cheese.

Please drink alcohol responsibly

Irish Farmhouse Cheese

We’re proud to support our home cheese industry by stocking more than 50 varieties of farmhouse cheese. Each of these Irish cheeses tells the story of the cheesemaker and the farm where it was made. Choose from our top picks or try a little bit of everything…

1 Cáis na Tíre €4 (150g, €2.67/100g)

This semi-hard sheep’s milk cheese has a nutty, sweet flavour.

2 Cashel Blue Foil Wrap €4 (175g, €2.29/100g) Produced in Tipperary, this is a creamy, semi-soft blue.

3 Cooleeney Tipperary Brie €3.49 (200g, €1.75/100g) A mild and velvety Brie.

4 Wicklow Gold Nettle & Chive Cheddar Style Cheese €4 (150g, €2.67/100g) The nettle and chives add a unique texture to this smooth Cheddar.

5 Cooleeney Camembert €3.49 (200g, €1.75/100g) Vegetarian soft cheese.

6 Wicklow Gold Beechwood Smoked €4 (150g, €2.67/100g) This mild Cheddar is lightly smoked over beechwood chips.

7 Bo Rua Farm Original Irish Farm Cheddar €4 (125g, €3.20/100g) A tangy Cheddar with a good bite.

To find out more about Irish farmhouse cheese visit bordbia.ie/farmhouse-cheese.

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Bits and bobs to make your cheeseboard pop

1 Ballymaloe Original Relish €3.45 (310g, €1.12/100g)

Originally created by Myrtle Allen in her restaurant in 1964, Myrtle’s daughter Yasmin now produces this delicious relish for markets at home and abroad.

2 Tesco Finest Rye Sourdough Crackers €2.49 (130g, €1.92/100g)

Baked using a fermented starter culture that allows its distinctive flavour and texture to develop.

3 Tesco Finest All Butter Cheese Straws €2.29 (100g)

Light and crisp all-butter pastry straws made with full-bodied, 10-month aged Gouda cheese, resulting in a delightfully flaky, moreish cheesy nibble.

* Clubcard Price offer is valid until 31 December 2022 while stocks last and is subject to availability. To get Clubcard Prices, simply scan your Tesco app or tap your Clubcard at the checkout.

HOW TO BUILD YOUR BOARD

Pick a platform

Dig out your favourite wooden board or serving platter – consider an interesting size, shape or style – to artfully arrange your cheese and charcuterie on.

Load it up

It’s all about a choice of cheese rather than quantity. Go for soft, hard, young, aged, blue – the more varieties you have, the less you need of any one kind. The same is true of meats.

Don’t forget the support acts Line up a selection of good-quality accompaniments that offer different tastes – from sweet to salty and spicy – alongside varying textures,

including crunchy and chewy. Think crackers, olives, breadsticks, fruit, nuts, chutneys and relishes (nothing will be wasted when there’s a storecupboard to stock!). Sliced ciabatta bread is always a hit with a charcuterie platter, and part-baked loaves are handy to have in reserve.

Finishing touches

Present your cheese and charcuterie at room temperature for the best flavour. For perfect texture don’t cut your cheese beforehand, as this allows moisture to escape. Lastly, provide a selection of knives and spoons (for the runny cheese!), and let everyone help themselves.

Continental Meat Platters

Perfectly seasoned cold cuts really make a buffet, and there’s a range of dry-cured meats and cheese packs you can choose to buy. Pair them with olives, antipasti and Spanish or Italian cheeses to make a spread that can be served as part of a St Stephen’s Day buffet or as an evening top-up for Christmas lunch guests. If you’re a Clubcard member, look out for special offers in store.

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Keep guests happy with platters of meat, cheese and other goodies

1 Tesco Finest Continental Meat Platter with Iberico Cheese €9 (310g, €2.90/100g) Made by a family-owned company in the Pyrenees, this Spanish cured meat selection includes chorizo, salchichón with garlic and pepper, and serrano, plus Iberico cheese.

l In selected stores from week commencing 28 November

2 Tesco Spanish Inspired Selection €3.15 (120g, €2.63/100g) Choose from our range of continental meat platters such as this Spanishinspired selection with serrano ham, salchichón and chorizo.

3 Horgans Pitted Mixed Olives With Peppers €2.29 (150g, €1.53/100g) A tasty mix of green and black olives with red peppers.

4 Horgans Pitted Green Olives With Aromatic Herbs €1.75 (150g, €1.17/100g) Aromatic herbs give a lovely freshness to these pitted green olives.

5 Horgans Pitted Halkidiki Olives With Peppers & Greek Feta €2.29 (150g, €1.53/100g) Greek-style nibbles with peppers, feta cheese and pitted green olives.

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GREAT VALUE

Our party bites, opposite, come with multiple pieces that are perfect for a get-together – plus, they taste great the next day on the sofa!

Let’s get the party started!

Prosecco Mule Serves 4

Want a kick? Mix 30ml vodka, 350ml prosecco, 140ml ginger beer and the juice of 2 limes over ice in a jug. Divide among 4 tumblers and garnish with wedges of lime and mint sprigs. The Tesco twist Bash fresh blackberries and tip into the bottom of each glass before adding the mix, then garnish with frozen blackberries to upgrade to a Blackberry Mule.

2 Bloody Mary Serves 6

Try with our breakfast spread on p4. Mix 900ml tomato juice, 1 tsp Tabasco, 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 level tsp celery salt and 2 tsp lemon juice in a jug. Chill for 30 mins to infuse. Pour 50ml vodka over ice into six glasses, add the tomato juice mix and stir. Then garnish with a celery stick.

The Tesco twist Swap vodka with gin to make a Red Snapper rather than a Bloody Mary.

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Buck’s Fizz Serves 2

Keep it traditional. Pour 50ml orange juice into each prosecco glass and top with 100ml prosecco (or Champagne for a touch of festive decadence). The customary Christmas morning tipple! The Tesco twist Switch the orange juice for peach purée and your Buck’s Fizz is instantly turned into a Bellini.

HOW TO THROW A BUDGET-FRIENDLY BASH

Account for taste

There’s no point in cooking up a storm with plates of food nobody will touch, so don’t be afraid to ask your guests what they actually like, and cater accordingly. It’ll whet their appetites for the gathering, too!

The right variety is key Ask guests in advance if they have any dietary requirements, so you don’t waste time or money on things you don’t actually need. Everyone will appreciate a variety of vegetarian and meat-based dishes though.

Bring a plate

It’s a time for sharing and caring, so ask loved ones to pitch in and bring a plate of party food, or a bottle of something boozy, if they’d rather. Be specific on what you’d like, whether sweet or savoury, meaty or veggie, so you have a little bit of everything and avoid doubling-up.

Time it right

Finally, pick the time of your party carefully; if you have it at lunchtime, it’s likely you’ll need to cater twice, both in the afternoon and in the evening. If you host later in the day, you’ll only be serving up food once – and you can make it count!

EASY MAKE-AT-HOME CANAPÉ

PINEAPPLE SATAY SKEWERS

Makes 32

Takes 25 mins

1 pineapple, skin removed, cut into quarters and core removed 3 tbsp sweet chilli dipping sauce

4 tbsp crunchy peanut butter

1 Cut each prepared pineapple quarter into 4 thin wedges, then cut in half widthways to create 32 small wedges. Insert a skewer (wooden skewers should be soaked in cold water for 30 mins first) into each piece and set aside.

2 Put a large griddle pan over a

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high heat. When hot, griddle the skewers in batches for 3 mins each side until charred and caramelised. Brush with 2 tbsp sweet chilli dipping sauce while still hot.

3 In a small bowl, mix together the peanut butter with 4 tbsp just-boiled water from a kettle and 1 tbsp sweet chilli dipping sauce. Serve the skewers and dip on a platter or board.

1 Tesco Finest

12 Truffle Mac & Cheese Bites €6 (240g, €2.50/100g)

Pasta bites coated in a cheese sauce with black truffle pieces.

PARTY TRICKS

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8 Chicken Tikka Samosas €6 (230g, €2.61/100g)** Hand-rolled with chicken, spices and mango chutney.

Entertaining is super-easy with these pre-prepared buffet nibbles which all cook in the oven at the same

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8 Tempura Prawns & Sweet Chilli Dip €6 (190g, €3.16/100g)

* Succulent tail-on prawns hand dipped in a light bubbly batter.

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8 Crispy Katsu Chicken Curry Spring Rolls €6 (242g, €2.48/100g)* Shredded spicy chicken rolls with a katsu curry dip.

*In selected stores from week commencing 28 November

**In selected stores from week commencing 12 December

Drinks to clink

Set the bar this season with a festive fizz that’s fabulous in a cocktail or on its own, plus brilliant no-alcohol alternatives to booze

GREAT VALUE

Prosecco is a versatile party starter that will see you through the season – enjoy it on its own or mixed into a cocktail with a sugar cube, bitters and Cognac.

Tesco Finest Prosecco Doc

€18

Made with grapes sourced from the fnest Italian vineyards, this elegant sparkling wine is bursting with citrus and pear flavours. It also boasts peach blossom aromas and a lingering fnish. Serve chilled as an aperitif or as your party fzz of choice.

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Nozeco €3.50

Sparkling with fine bubbles and balanced with notes of fruit and white flowers – at 0.5% alcohol this vegan fizz is perfect for toasts.

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McGuigan Zero Sauvignon Blanc

Alcohol Free €5

A medium-bodied choice, crammed with lush fruity aromas of passionfruit and lime.

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Nozeco Rosé €3.50

This bubbly blush has the natural grape profile of sparkling wine without the alcohol – an elegant choice as an aperitif.

HERO THE ZERO

Six of the best low- or no-alcohol bottles to offer nondrinkers or simply help party people to pace themselves

PICK OF THE BUNCHES

Whether decorating your home or gifting a friend, these blooms add flower power to festive celebrations

Tesco Finest Extravagance Bouquet €25

A generous hand-tied selection of white and red roses with green and gold foliage and seasonal touches to add that festive flourish.

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Ceder’s Pink Rose

Non Alcoholic Gin €25 (500ml, €50/1 ltr)

Serve with tonic and ice, garnish with mint and raspberries, and savour the botanicals.

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McGuigan Zero Sparkling

Alcohol Free €6

An elegant, refreshing sparkler with crisp pear and green apple and a zesty finish.

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Ceder’s Crisp €25 (500ml, €50/1 ltr)

This gin substitute is crafted with botanicals from South Africa’s Cederberg mountains – including rooibos.

Tesco Finest Gifting Splendour Bouquet €40

Red and white roses, festive holly berries and gorgeously scented lilies are hand-tied with seasonal foliage to make a truly stunning display.

1 Heineken 0.0

Alcohol Free Beer €6 (4 x 330ml, 45c/100ml)

A refreshing, fruity lager with a light, malty body.

2 Guinness Draught

0.0% Alcohol Free Stout €7 (4 x 500ml, 35c/100ml)

The same unique dark colour, creamy head and velvety taste as Guinness.

3 Birra Moretti

Zero Alcohol Free Beer €6 (4 x 330ml, 45c/100ml)

Ingredients are carefully selected to give a smooth, citrussy flavour.

Tesco Finest Red Robin Bouquet €20

A fabulous brightly coloured display of beautiful rose varieties and lilies nestled within winter foliage.

l All Christmas bouquets available in selected stores from week commencing 19 December