Survival guide

Arrived at University with no idea how to cook? Never done your own washing before? Not really sure how to boil an egg? Do not fear – our handy survival guide will help you to get through your initial weeks at the University of Huddersfield and hopefully turn you into the next Jamie Oliver and a domestic king or queen!

We hope you enjoy our festive recipes this month and fingers crossed you will get the inspiration to whip up a Boxing Day feast this year - enjoy!

See recipes from previous months:

• October survival tips
• November survival tips

More recipes and tips on doing your laundry to follow next month so keep checking back!

Looking for inspiration in the kitchen?

Check out the Guardian website where you can find some fantastic recipes that can be whipped up on a student budget.