OK!’s ultimate Christmas taste test, 'most authentic' mince pies and a showstopper pudding for just £10
08.12.2023 - 07:39
/ ok.co.uk
We really are spoilt for choice when it comes to Christmas. And with a huge range of delicious food cramming the shelves it can be difficult to know what to buy.
Factor in value for money, brand and even appearance and things get more complicated still. Stores pull out all the stops to entice us with their festive offerings, from beautiful packaging to the best Christmas food adverts of the year, but we all want to shop smartly with the best, informed decisions made - which is where we step in.
From mince pies and statement desserts to veggie options and the best glass of fizz you'll ever pour, our team have forced themselves/ had the best fun ever sampling all the best delights around to help you with your shopping plans. Party nibbles Winner Tesco Fish & pea rosti baskets, £4.50 TASTE: 10/10 APPEARANCE: 8/10 VALUE: 9/10 Verdict: A twist on the classic takeaway, the rostis feature juicy battered basa fish, a helping of mouth-watering mushy peas and a potato rosti basket.
The salt and vinegar seasoning had us dreaming of the seaside – we could have eaten this three times over.
M&S Pulled beef & potato rosti towers, £7 TASTE: 8/10 APPEARANCE: 7/10 VALUE: 6/10 Verdict: Combining crispy potato rostis with slow-cooked beef, creamy cheese sauce and a red wine and port jus, these are the ultimate comfort dish.
They are on the pricier side for 10 towers, but they do pack a punch with every mouthful. Sainsbury’s Cheddar & Confit Onion Bites, £4.50 TASTE: 8/10 APPEARANCE: 6/10 VALUE: 7/10 Verdict: Cheese lovers, these will be right up your street.
With extra-mature Cheddar, sweet confit onions and a Chardonnay white sauce all encased in crispy onion breadcrumbs, these bites are creamy without being overpowering. Iceland Crispy
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