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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Hannah Twiggs

Don’t have a basic Christmas – try these ‘alternative’ recipes instead

Ola O Smit

Why settle for the same old recipes this Christmas when you could wow your family and friends with something different? We’ve scoured some of the best cookbooks of the season to bring you three “alternative” recipes that are sure to get everyone talking.

First up, why not get creative with a batch of Boxing Day pierogi from Zuza Zak, whose cookbook entirely dedicated to the Polish dumplings came out this summer. The time and family bonding effort needed to make lots of pierogi is perfectly suited to the festive period. Served with freshly made cranberry sauce, this is one recipe that won’t go unnoticed.

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