Best Sunday Lunch Recipes (2024)

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Sundays were made for a roast with all the trimmings. A fancy Frenchentrée. A decadent dessert.

Whether you are entertaining guests or enjoying a quiet family meal, we selected recipes that will up your Sunday lunch game. With twists on the classics (because it's the details that make all the difference) and unexpected new ideas to try, these will ensure lunch is never boring.

From the perfect roast chicken and the ultimate Yorkshire puddings to indulgent desserts, we have your next menu sorted.

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Lemon, garlic and rosemary roast chicken with hasselback roast potatoes

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This succulent and easy to prepare chicken roast makes a fantastic family Sunday lunch dish. The combined flavours of citrusy lemon with garlic and rosemary not only perfectly compliment the tender chicken but will leave your kitchen smelling delicious.

Try this lemon, garlic and rosemary roast chicken with hasselback roast potatoes recipe

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Nigel Slater's chocolate oat crumble

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Nothing beats the humble crumble and this delicious chocolaty version from Red favourite Nigel Slater will make the ultimate Sunday Lunch.

Try Nigel Slater’s chocolate oat crumble recipe

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Nigel Slater's pork chop with plum chutney

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What could be better than sweet pork chops served with warm plum chutney? Nigel Slater’s tasty recipe is the perfect comfort food for a chilly evening.

Try Nigel Slater’s pork chop with plum chutney recipe

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Best Ever Roast Chicken

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Roast chicken is a classic Sunday Lunch recipe and this recipe from John Torode is sure to go down well with the entire family. This easy recipe is perfect for a relaxed weekend treat.

Try John Torode’s roast chicken recipe

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One-pot sunday lunch

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This is an effortless one-pot version of a Sunday lunch with all the meat and vegetables sugar-glazed to perfection in no time at all. And, best of all, there’s minimal washing up.

Try this one-pot Sunday Lunch recipe

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Blackberry and apple pie

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This rustic blackberry and apple pie is the perfect dessert to round off a Sunday lunch. Easy to make, serve with a good scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Try this blackberry and apple pie recipe

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Roast pork and baked apples

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The combination of sweet pork, crunchy skin and sweet apple gravy, this roast is perfect for a Sunday Lunch treat. Perfect for autumn, served with roast potatoes and cauliflower cheese.

Try this roast pork with baked apples recipe

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Black tea sticky toffee pudding

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Sticky toffee pudding is hard to beat. Sweet, sticky and deliciously moreish, they are sure to make the ultimate Sunday Lunch dessert.

Try this black tea sticky toffee pudding recipe

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Roast lamb with hazelnuts and lentils

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This easy Spring or summer roast will satisfy the hordes.

Try this roast lamb with sweet potatoes, lentils and hazelnuts recipe

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Cheddar, Vegetable & Chestnut Plait

This filling vegetarian feast is the ideal dish for a dinner party or alternative to a roast bird. The rich nutty filling is brought alive by tasty mature cheddar cheese.

Try this cheddar, vegetable and chestnut plait recipe

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Roast pork with spices and crisp crackling

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This beautifully flavoured pork dish is absolutely delicious. Crisp golden crackling gives way to succulent meat making this the ultimate Sunday roast.

Try this roast pork with spices recipe

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Chicken with baked rhubarb and cucumber-radish salad

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Rhubarb and chicken make a perfect match and a very tasty spring dish when rhubarb is in season. This unusual combination will go down really well at a family dinner and is very easy to put together.

Try this chicken with baked rhubarb recipe

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Confit of duck

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The combination of crispy duck legs and beans are sure to go down well with the whole family. A great option for a Sunday Lunch or dinner party, it you’re short on time you can get ready-made confit duck from supermarket and delis.

Try John Torode’s confit of duck recipe

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Sticky Orange and Madeira Steamed Pudding

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This easy to make sticky orange and Madeira steamed pudding makes a suitably impressive and indulgent end to a Sunday lunch. Serve hot with custard or double cream.

Try this sticky orange and Madeira steamed pudding recipe

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Roast Potatoes with Maldon Sea Salt

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A staple side dish to any Sunday lunch, these roast potatoes with rosemary are great served both hot and cold.

Try this roast potatoes with rosemary recipe

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Herb flavoured butter roasted chicken

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This roast chicken is delicious served with wilted spinach or purple sprouting broccoli. For a lighter meal, you could omit the potatoes and serve with a simple salad and crusty bread.

Try this herb-flavoured butter-roasted chicken recipe

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Parsnips potatoes roasted duck fat thyme

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A Sunday roast isn't complete without the trimmings and using duck fat will get your vegetables perfectly crisp.

Try this parsnips and potatoes roasted in duck fat with thyme recipe

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Yorkshire puddings

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In Yorkshire, the pudding is often served with gravy as a first course, but we love them with roast beef and all the trimmings as part of our Sunday lunch.

Try Mark Hix's Yorkshire puddings recipe

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Vegetarian Comfort Pie

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This hearty vegetarian pie is not only delicious to eat but is also a great meat-free alternative to a Sunday roast.

Try this vegetarian comfort pie recipe

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Tarte au Poissons

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This classic fish tart is great for leftovers. Made with cooked trout it is equally delicious with cooked salmon, cod, haddock or cooked prawns.

Try this classic fish tart recipe

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FAQs

What makes a good Sunday lunch? ›

Sunday lunch recipes
  • Easy roast pork shoulder. A star rating of 4.7 out of 5. ...
  • Garlic & nduja rice-stuffed chicken. A star rating of 4.5 out of 5. ...
  • Yorkshire puddings for two. ...
  • Air-fryer beef joint. ...
  • Classic roast chicken & gravy. ...
  • Giant Yorkshire pudding Sunday lunch. ...
  • Wild garlic, chicken & leek pie. ...
  • Ultimate roast potatoes.

What is the best food to eat on Sunday? ›

20 Sunday dinner ideas
  • Courgette curry. ...
  • Lentil & sweet potato cottage pie. ...
  • Spiced salmon with traybaked sag aloo. ...
  • Chicken pasta bake. ...
  • Sausage & mushroom ragu. ...
  • Tempeh traybake. ...
  • Turkey meatloaf. ...
  • Slow cooker chicken tikka masala.

What can I eat instead of Sunday roast? ›

Alternative Sunday Dinner Mains
  • Chicken, Leek and Lemon Puff Pie. See Recipe.
  • Sausage & Apple Plait. See Recipe.
  • Blue Cheese & Beef Wellington. See Recipe.
  • Spinach and Feta Filo Pie. See Recipe.
Feb 15, 2022

Which food is good for Sunday? ›

55 Easy Sunday Dinner Ideas The Whole Family Will Love
  • 02 of 55. Fried Pork Chops With Peas And Potatoes. Greg DuPree. ...
  • 05 of 55. Garlicky Roasted Spatchcock Chicken. Alison Miksch. ...
  • 08 of 55. Buffalo Ranch Chicken-Broccoli Casserole. ...
  • 11 of 55. Beef Stroganoff. ...
  • 14 of 55. Creamy Kale And Pasta Bake. ...
  • 17 of 55. Mama's Fried Chicken.
Nov 17, 2023

What is the traditional Sunday lunch? ›

Although it is commonly called 'Sunday lunch', it can be eaten on any day of the week. There are a few variations of a Sunday lunch, but a traditional version consists of roast beef, roast potatoes, mashed potatoes, stuffing, Yorkshire pudding, roast or boiled vegetables such as carrots, peas, broccoli, and gravy.

What is the best meat for a Sunday roast? ›

A leg of lamb is a classic option, but lamb chops or a lamb roast would also be delicious. For those who prefer poultry, a roast chicken is a classic and tasty option for a Sunday lunch. A whole roast chicken is easy to prepare and can be seasoned with various herbs and spices to suit your taste.

What do Americans eat on a Sunday? ›

The typical white American family eats white bread rolls with butter, mashed potatoes, roast beef or baked chicken, and peas for dinner, with milk on the side.

What do people cook on Sundays? ›

It's always nice to enjoy a comforting meal, especially for a Sunday dinner. The only drawback is that many classic Sunday dinners like pot roast, lasagna and pot pies are… well, labors of love. They're recipes you make when you have all day to cook because they take time.

What meat can you eat on Sunday? ›

We've got tons of options for you here, like a tomato butter roast chicken, beef brisket, a rack of lamb, roast beef, a glazed spiral ham, and a pork loin roast. Don't be intimidated, we've laid out all the tips and tricks you'll need to succeed.

What to do when you don't know what to eat? ›

For example, if you are craving something sweet, a bowl of fruit with yogurt or a smoothie might hit the spot. A bag of chips or a bowl of popcorn might do the trick if you are craving something salty. And if you are craving something savory, a bowl of pasta or a grilled cheese sandwich might be just what you need.

What are the most popular items on a Sunday roast? ›

The five most important roast items, and the percentage of the British public who selected them, are:
  • Gravy - 97%
  • Roast Potatoes - 94%
  • Meat - 84%
  • Yorkshire Puddings - 84%
  • Carrots - 81%

What to add to Sunday dinner? ›

Whether you're making crispy pork, juicy beef, succulent chicken or luscious lamb this Sunday, try one of our foolproof side dishes.
  1. 1Carrots with balsamic glaze and roasted hazelnuts. ...
  2. 2Super-easy Yorkshire puddings. ...
  3. 3Garlicky green beans. ...
  4. 4Green peppercorn gravy. ...
  5. 5Braised red cabbage. ...
  6. 6Garlic roast potatoes.

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