If turkey's not on the table this year, turn to a different kind of roast recipe for your holiday menu. From a classic prime rib roast, to glistening glazed hams and spatchcocked chickens, any one of these roast recipes will be a stunning centrepiece.
This glorious prime rib roast is the star of the show. Paired with Yorkshire pudding, crispy roast potatoes and more, it’s the perfect alternative for anyone who wants to give turkey a break this year. Get our ultimate roast beef recipe.
Photo, Erik Putz.Topped with carrots, garlic, walnuts, parmesan, mint and lemon pesto, this elegant roast will be the talk of the table. Get our roasted rack of lamb recipe.
Photo, Erik Putz.Impress the entire family and roast a whole side of salmon seasoned with za’atar. Get our Za’atar-Roasted Salmon with Herbs and Pickled Onions recipe.
(Photo: Erik Putz)This dish can be roasted 3 or 4 hours ahead, then left loosely covered with foil at room temperature, just like they do at all the best prime rib restaurants. Get this slow rib roast recipe.
Photo, Erik Putz. Food styling, Ashley Denton. Prop styling, Catherine Doherty.Basted every 30 minutes with savoury citrus-and-spice pan sauce, this pork roast is a dinner party superstar. Get this pork belly recipe.
With its cross-hatch pattern and shiny glaze, your holiday roasted ham is the perfect centerpiece for your tablescape. Get our glazed ham recipe.
Photo, Erik Putz.Add an elegant and unique spin to the holidays with juicy grapes, fresh sage, and two golden-roasted birds. Get our spatchcock roast chicken recipe.
Photo, Angus Fergusson.Simple ingredients add just the right amount of flavour to this tender roast. Get this lemon-herb leg of lamb recipe.
Photo, John Cullen.Tenderloin can be pricey, but its simplicity and tenderness make it unmatched as a dinner centrepiece. Get this roasted beef tenderloin recipe.
Photo, Erik Putz.Served with bacon cider gravy and golden onions, this juicy roast pork loin is dressed up with loads of flavour for entertaining guests. Get our roasted pork loin recipe.
Photo, Roberto Caruso.Topped with a rich sauce loaded with cremini and porcini mushrooms, this is a delicious roast to put on your next entertaining menu. Get our pot-roasted pork shoulder recipe.
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