We are delighted to have UK BBQ enthusiast James McKay back on the Thermapen blog to present this sweet and succulent barbecued turkey recipe. James shares recipes and guides to barbecuing on his YouTube channel, as well as his blog barbechoo.com...

Making your own sweet treats is great for many reasons. It’s a fun activity, they’re delicious and they make really thoughtful gifts. Fudge is one of our favourites because the creamy and decadent flavour is perfect for indulging...

Billy & Jack‘s succulent ballotine paired with a crisp bubble and squeak fritter, pan fried wild mushrooms and steamed brussels sprouts. The dish is a simple blend of traditional and modern elements of the Christmas dinner, packed with comforting, meaty flavours and sweetened with a light cranberry gel...

Christmas is upon us, we’re all racing around the shops and frantically planning the big day. If you’re cooking the Christmas dinner this year then I’m sure you’re feeling a little stressed about it, so much to do and so little time. We have some wonderful tips about cooking at Christmas time from some of the best in the biz…

Christmas dinner is one of the most important cooks of the year. We plan every element that will make it on to the plate and strive for perfection with all of them. In my house, there are 3 things that must be done well or Christmas dinner just wouldn’t be the same – the ham, the roast potatoes and the sausage meat stuffing...

Today we have a wonderful recipe for you from the super talented and lovely Jane Devonshire. Jane not only won the 2016 BBC Masterchef but she is also the author of ‘Hassle Free Gluten Free’, does demonstrations up and down the country and has worked with numerous renowned chefs at their restaurants, including Jason Atherton, Atol Kochner, Marcus Wareing, Michel Roux and Michael O’Hare...

At Christmas time we all tend to overindulge, and this glazed gammon joint is worth the indulgence. This would make a great alternative to Turkey or even a wonderful dish served cold at a buffet on Boxing Day. Of course when cooking any meat we recommend using our Thermapen to ensure it is not under or over cooked. A joint of gammon should reach 71°C, ensuring it is perfectly cooked throughout...

Just as you would set the oven to the correct temperature, so it’s necessary to do the same when roasting on your grill. Using a fuel that you’re familiar with it’s important to part the coals (or gas burners) and leave a gap in the centre of the BBQ. With the cooking grate in-place you’re now ready to place the bird in the roasting zone, close the lid, and start cooking...

Today we are proud to have a wonderful guest blog from Orlando Murrin, chef, author, BBC Good Food editor (1998 to 2004) and hotelier. Orlando shares with us his tips for a stress free Christmas – including everything from Getting Ahead, Organising the Big Day and Cooking the Turkey...

Panettone now makes a regular appearance on British Christmas tables. This light, vanilla–flavoured Italian cake tastes great with a simple cup of coffee, but even better transformed into this delicious Sticky Toffee Pudding. This recipe is a doddle to make and will particularly appeal to people who aren’t fans of the traditional and rich Christmas pud.

This is a simple Lobster Thermidor with added crunch. I’d serve it for supper on Christmas Eve with some crusty bread, a cool glass of white wine and a big salad. This is perfect for getting everyone in the festive mood without feeling stuffed before the big day...