Would you like a taste of Jane Austen’s Christmas this year? Here are some recipes for seasonal dishes that Jane and her family would have enjoyed.

 

To make ahead:

Christmas cake

Mincemeat Pies

 

Dinner:

White Soup

Vegetable Pie

Pork Pie – Coming soon!

Goose (or Chicken) with Stuffing

 

Sweets:

Mrs. Austen’s Pudding

 

To Drink:

Lambswool Wassail

 

It was the custom during the Regency to have a Christmas dinner on the 25th, and there were often balls given near the day. Some of these recipes are easily adapted to be served to a crowd at a festive ball – particularly Mince and Pork Pies!