Three programmes full of seasonal suggestions. Ends 10.30.
Gary Rhodes Christmas Special Rhodes believes that the secret to a good Christmas feast is simplicity. Here he shows how to create a three-course meal of salmon with leekveloute soup and potatoes, followed by roast turkey and cranberry Wellington and, for dessert, tangerine-curd ice cream. Rhodes is set to return in a new series in March.
Director Claire Popplewell : Series producer Siobhan Mulholland (S) (W)
9.30 The Naked Chef: Christmas Party Before the cooking starts, there's drink to stock up on and the venue to decorate. Jamie Oliver ropes some friends into taking a "booze cruise" to Calais, while, back home, a cavernous warehouse is turned into a welcoming party place. Oliver prepares a menu that includes Japanese pork rolls and Sicilian cannoli.
Director Niall Dowling : Producer Nina Davies (S) (W) Monkfish, pancetta and bread kebabs recipe; Yule fuel; and RT Shop offer: page 23
10.00 Friends for Christmas Dinner A couple from Stevenage,
Hertfordshire, may have taken on more than they can handle as one of Britain's most notorious chefs - Keith
Floyd - challenges them to prepare a festive meal for him. To complicate matters, they will be using a strange kitchen and following Floyd's advice over the phone.
Director Will Clough ; Producer Karen Brown (S) (W) WEBSITE: www.bbc.co.uk/food/friends