H is for honeydew melon, which many people will be enjoying for a starter on Christmas Day.
A is for apples; bake stuffed with mincemeat, as a good way to use up leftovers.
P is for parsnips, without which a roast turkey isn't complete.
P is for pears; lovely poached in mulled wine then served with a scoop of vanilla pod ice cream or a dollop of natural yoghurt.
Y is for yam, a good alternative to roast potatoes.
C is for cranberries; make your own sauce using orange juice.
H is for haricot beans; forget baked beans, use haricot beans and leftover turkey to make a stew with other veg.
R is for raspberries; add frozen raspberries to a red jelly when making a trifle.
I is for iceberg lettuce; don't forgo the salad during the festive period, add to turkey sandwiches or serve with prawns.
S is for Satsumas, which make a good alternative to chocolate or nuts as a snack over Christmas.
T is for tomatoes; roast with red onions, peppers and courgettes as a side dish.
A is for avocado; serve with mozzarella or prawns and mixed leaves as a light meal.
S is for swede; lovely mashed with carrot and potato if you wish to leave the roasting tin in the cupboard.
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