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Detox recipes

Over indulged? Need an injection of vitamins, minerals and superfoods? Want to shift a few pounds? Then these easy detox recipes are for you.

Packed full of fruit and vegetables, these simple-to-make detox recipes will get you feeling on top form again in no time. From tasty smoothies and delicious soups to more filling, hearty meals like stir-fries and cous cous salads, we’ve got dishes for every dieter’s needs and tastes.

Detoxing doesn’t have to be boring. It may be tough going at times, but these detox recipes will really help you enjoy the low-calorie, low-fat and low-sugar dishes you need to kick start your weight-loss plan.

Giving your body a good clear out a few times of year with a detox diet gives you a great chance to achieve your weight-loss goal. Just make sure that after you’ve finished the detox stage of your diet you stick to making healthy recipes and doing plenty of exercise.

So, if you’re keen on losing weight, have a look through our round-up of delicious detox recipes and get your body ready for a healthy new start.

PS we’ve even got a granola recipe you could have as a dessert! See? Detoxing isn’t just about salads.

Top cookbooks 2012

Looking for the perfect gift and have no idea what to buy? How about a cookbook? From Gino D’Acampo to The Hairy Bikers, we’ve rounded up our favourite cookbooks of 2012.

Cookbooks are a great gift and keepsake that will decorate someone’s kitchen shelves for years to come. It’s always great to receive a cookbook as a present – you never know when you’re going to need some inspiration in the kitchen. Cookbooks can be passed down from generation to generation and you’ll always have your favourites that you just can’t get enough of.

Whether you’re treating yourself or buying one for someone special, there are plenty of great cookbooks out this year that are sure to tick all the boxes. Gordon Ramsay and Lorraine Pascale are just a few of the celeb cookbooks in our collection.

And if you love baking we’ve got plenty of great baking cookbooks to choose from including two very special books from top TV show The Great British Bake Off – which we can’t wait to get our hands on.

And if that’s not enough, there are also plenty of savoury cookbooks to choose from for rustling up quick, mid-week dishes, dinners for the kids or a posh slap-up meal for that special someone. If you love spending time in the kitchen or you know someone who does – buy one of these amazing cookbooks to make the New Year that little bit tastier.

Click through to see which books have made it in

Top Christmas food TV

It’s that time of year again when you can snuggle up on the sofa with a glass of wine or a cuppa, a box of chocs and the family and put your feet up and watch some good old-fashioned cookery shows. From Gordon Ramsay’s Cookalong to The Great British Bake Off Christmas special, we’ve got plenty of reasons why you should be extremely excited for this month’s food TV.

Gordon Ramsay Cookalong

Why not cookalong with Gordon Ramsay this Christmas Day? He’ll be taking you through the step-by-step stages for making the perfect Christmas dinner this year. This show is jammed packed with festive entertainment and celebrity guests, ideal for watching with the family.

When’s it on? 25th December, Channel 4, 10am

Nigel Slater’s 12 Tastes of Christmas

These two special episodes see Nigel in his element making some classic Christmas dishes and getting into the spirit of the season. Along with plenty of tempting treats, Nigel takes us on a journey to Norwich to find the perfect Christmas tree – now that’s dedication!

When’s it on? 14th & 21st December, BBC1, 7.30pm

Nigellissma: An Italian Inspired Christmas

We just loved Nigella’s Italian show Nigellissma earlier this year so we’re very exciting that she’s back with a cracking Christmas special. This time lucky Nigella travels to Venice, sharing some of her most loved party ideas and recipes for her festive feast – and we’re all invited.

When’s it on? 17th December, BBC2, 8pm

MasterChef: The Professionals – Michel’s Classics

If you love French food and can’t get enough of Michel Roux Jr, this show will be right up your street. With plenty of succulent and impressive dishes up his sleeve, Michel shows you how to make mixture of mouth-watering faves from honey and rosemary-infused chicken to sweet and spicy mutton pie. Learn some new skills and impress the family this festive season.

When’s it on? 18th December, BBC2, 7pm

The Great British Bake Off Xmas

Mary Berry and Paul Hollywood are back in the Bake Off Christmas special and we couldn’t be more excited! They’re going to be rustling up our festive favourites like mince pies, traditional Christmas pudding and a classic yuletide cake – we wonder if Mary Berry will be making her famous Christmas cake? Gather the family around the TV and get watching – it’s not one to be missed!

When’s it on? 18th December, BBC2, 8pm

River Cottage Three Go Mad at Christmas

There’s a party going on at the River Cottage and we’re all on the guest list! Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall and the rest of the River Cottage team have invited some celebrity friends such as Kathy Burke, Stephen Mangan and Mark Heap together for a festive feast like no other. There’s going to be a delicious 3-course Christmas dinner and Hugh’s going to show us how it’s done.

When’s it on? 16th December, C4, 8pm

Heston’s Fantastical Christmas

What’s Heston up to this Christmas? Visiting Hampton Court, Heston gets creative with edible decorations, Christmas cocktails and a humongous Christmas pudding – large enough to step inside! It looks like Heston has his hands full this December – well he wouldn’t just do a normal Christmas show now would he?

When’s it on? 24th December, C4, 6.30pm

Where to next?

– Classic Christmas recipes

– Christmas turkey alternatives

– Christmas dinner mistakes to avoid