Stir Up Sunday 2019: The Best Christmas Pud, Celebration Roasts & Perfect Mincemeat

This Sunday, the last before advent, cooks up and down the country will be setting to work on their Christmas puddings for Stir-Up Sunday - and according to research from Waitrose & Partners, online searches for ‘Christmas pudding’ are up 21% year on year.

Dating back to the Victorian era, the tradition of Stir-Up Sunday is a fun family affair, with the idea being that everyone should get a turn to mix the Christmas pud mixture. Searches on Waitrose.com show that shoppers are prepared for the big event, with key ingredients such as candied peel (+54%), dried fruit mix (+28%), brandy (+22%) and fresh nutmeg (+38%) all up compared to last year.

Looking for a festive roast to get you in the mood? The perfect mincemeat recipe? A vegan Christmas pud that everyone will love? We’ve got you covered! Scroll down for our pick of the more delectable Christmas treats to enjoy this weekend

Vegan Christmas Pudding

This delectable Christmas pud from Gaz Oakley just happens to be vegan too, making it suitable for all!

Perfect Mincemeat

The festive season wouldn’t be complete without this iconic favourite. Bought mincemeat is easily available but miles better when it’s homemade

​7 Delicious Ways with Leftover Mincemeat

This fruity preserve isn’t just for mince pies! Try it in ice cream, shortbread, cakes and more

Asian Marinated Rib of Beef with Herb Butter

Spicy Asian flavours put a deliciously different twist on traditional roast beef in this recipe. It also makes a cracking Christmas centerpiece

The Ultimate Glazed Ham

A sticky glazed ham is an essential part of any Boxing Day feast! Get in the mood early by swapping your usual Sunday roast for our mouth-watering version