4 Festive Recipes Made Better With Colman's Mustard
08 December 2016
Did you know mustard was once used by the Romans for soothing pains? And that ancient Egyptians would litter their tombs with mustard seeds to help them pass into the afterlife? It’s just as well that someone figured out that crushing these spicy seeds into a spreadable paste leaves you with a mouth-watering and versatile culinary delight.
And it really does have a multitude of uses in the kitchen. If you’re looking to add a bit of imagination and creative flair to the usual Christmas dinner, then take a look at these amazing Colman’s recipes for a festive feast that will tantalise your taste buds.
Mustard Glazed Ham
While Christmas is often the only time of year we actually bother to buy turkey, you don’t have to go down the traditional route.
Holiday hams pack just as much flavour and with just a simple dollop of Colman’s Mustard, you’ll wonder why you ever ate anything else on 25th December.
What you’ll need:
• 8-10lb ham
• ? cup of dark brown sugar
• ¼ cup of Colman’s Mustard
Mix the sugar and mustard while boiling the ham in a large saucepan; then simmer for 3 hours. Pour half the glaze over the ham and roast for 15 minutes on 190°, Gas 5. Take it out of the oven and cover with the rest of the mustard glaze (you can warm it up in a pan to loosen and make it easier to brush), before cooking for another 30 minutes. The results are life-changing.
Colman’s Orange & Smoky Bacon Turkey
For the traditionalists among us, there’s nothing better than turkey: best friend of cranberries and provider of sandwiches well into the New Year. But here’s how you can infuse your festive staple with a special flavouring.
What you’ll need:
• 12-14lb turkey
• 200g of butter
• Zest of orange
• 2 tablespoons of Colman’s Mustard
• 3 bacon rashers (finely chopped)
• Fresh parsley, thyme and black pepper.
Gently massage the turkey so as to loosen the skin, and spread your mix of butter, orange, mustard, bacon and seasoning in between the breast and skin.
Initially, you’ll need to cook the turkey on a high setting (220°C, Gas 7) for 40 minutes, before reducing to 170°C, Gas 3 and roasting for a further 3 hours.
Then it’s time to baste! This will ensure the roasting meat absorbs as much of those mustard-filled juices as possible. Return to the oven on a higher heat (200°C, Gas 6) for another 30-45 minutes until cooked through.
Move over cranberries, turkey just got a new, yellow and flavoursome best friend!
B&M Top Tip: don’t forget you’ll need roasting foil and plenty of it!
Get the full recipe here!
Roasted Vegetables with Mustard Glaze
For some, veg is the crowning glory of a roast dinner and nothing could be more important than getting those carrots and parsnips just right on Christmas Day.
Chuck in two tablespoons of butter, 2-3 garlic cloves, and ½ teaspoon of Colman’s Mustard. Add the mixture to your veg, give them a shake to ensure even coverage and roast for an hour. The subtle punch of mustard will come through with every bite, and your veggie-loving guests will love you for it.
Get the full recipe here!
Cauliflower Cheese
You’ve got enough on your plate (literally) on Christmas Day, so why spend time preparing more food than you have to? Colman’s Cheese Sauce is here to help save you valuable time, meaning less spent in the kitchen and more time picking up wrapping paper!
All you need to do is add milk to the ready-made sachet, and smother over cauliflower before baking.
Mustard Glazed Pigs in Blankets
As well as the chipolata sausages and bacon, the only other ingredients you’ll need for this culinary wonder is a few tablespoons of honey and a generous dollop of Colman’s Mustard.
Just coat the little piggies in a honey and mustard mix before wrapping them in their cosy bacon blankets. 30-35 minutes in the oven (180°C, Gas 4) will do it.
Get the full recipe here!
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Recipes are given as guidlines only. Measurements are approximations.
