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New Traditions – Recipes for a meat-free Christmas from The Vegetarian Society.

“Christmas is a time to uphold traditions, a time to celebrate, socialise and relax. Family and friends take centre stage and at the heart of the season, a special meal.

"Christmas dinner brings people together – aunts and uncles, grandparents, siblings, lovers and friends. There could be any combination of generations and relationships gathering at your table; and any combination of dietary requirements. It’s no longer unusual to find carnivores, vegetarians, dairy or meat-reducers, and vegans rubbing shoulders at a festive feast. This does, however, raise the question of how do you cater for them all? You want to share fabulous food with the people you love, but presenting them with separate meals undermines the sense of togetherness and creates more work for the cook!

"To solve this problem The Vegetarian Society asked me to create a brand new Christmas menu that will work for everyone. Using Swedish Soft Original (the dairy-free alternative to cream cheese) and Swedish Glace (dairy-free frozen desert) really helped the process and, I think you’ll agree, the results are absolutely stunning. I also recommend serving Swedish Soft – both Original and Garlic and Herb - with after dinner crackers for those guests who don’t have a sweet tooth.”

Have a wonderful and delicious Christmas!

Christine Tilbury
Head of Cordon Vert School at The Vegetarian Society

sponsored by Swedish Soft
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Christmas Dinner 2005

To Start

Lime & Coriander Swedish Stars or
Celeriac and Parsnip Rosti with Cumberland Sauce

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The Main Course

Smoked Bean Curd Medallions with Shiitake and Walnut Stuffing
served with
Rich Mulled Wine Reduction
Cider Glazed Root Vegetables
Sesame Shredded Brussels Sprouts
Black Pepper & Rosemary Hassle Back Potatoes
&
Sizzling Santas in Blankets

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Desserts

Soft Caramel & Black Cherry Bombe with Hot Chocolate Sauce
Fig & Walnut Mince Pies with Vanilla Swedish Glace



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presentsChristmas Gift Ideas from The Vegetarian Society

Why not consider giving a different kind of gift this Christmas? From Cordon Vert School gift vouchers and gift membership of the Society to flowers and unusual presents the Society’s website has something to suit everybody. Everything in the Online Shopping Directory is chosen with vegetarians in mind so you can be sure your gifts will be well received. What’s more, each purchase helps fund our work! Click here to visit the Support Us page and find some great gift ideas.

Christine Tilbury