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For an easy vegan starter idea, try these Portobello mushroom tarts. Tender mushrooms are cooked in fragrant garlic oil and baked in buttery puff pastry until crisp and golden for a super simple starter with just five ingredients.
Combining two classics – Chinese-inspired prawn toast and retro-style prawn cocktail – these bite-sized canapés bring comfort and joy in equal measure. Better still, they take just 10 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook in the air-fryer, while you can dial up the spice for extra heat.
This easy air-fryer brie is a must-try for entertaining. Top the cheese with fruity chutney for a gorgeous caramelised glaze and walnut pieces for extra crunch, then dip in! Cooking for a crowd? Simple double the recipe and cook both at the same time.
An elegant starter or side, making the most of the season's juicy figs.
This meaty platter with cheesy fondue takes minutes to prepare
Make this easy, stylish starter on Christmas Eve, then simply slice to serve the following day
A rich and wonderful lamb's liver pâté that goes best with lightly toasted (and slightly sweet) brioche, this recipe isn't for the faint of heart. It is, however, perfect for those who want to indulge themselves and delve into the world of classic French gastronomy.
Recipes don't get much more comforting than this warming carrot and chestnut soup. Cooked chestnuts give the soup a deliciously nutty flavour and depth while finely grated Gruyere provides a lush and moreish mouthfeel.
These potted prawns with melba toast will make an impressive starter at your dinner party. Helpfully, they can be prepared hours in advance and kept in the fridge until your guests arrive. Wait until the last minute to make the melba toast to keep it nice and crisp.
This retro favourite has had a lovely makeover. Traditional Marie Rose is replaced by a crème fraîche with lemon, garlic and paprika. This powerful sauce is a brilliant match for the large prawns and crunchy little gem.
These spicy tostadas are made to be enjoyed as canapés with cocktails. Prawn, avocado, red chilli, coriander and lime combine for a Mexican flavour sensation. Be sure to leave enough time for marinating.
These oven-baked chicken drumsticks, deliciously spiced with curry paste, are sure to become a firm favourite with the whole family. Served with a refreshing cucumber salad, it’s the perfect dish to enjoy any night of the week
Forget sausages on sticks, impress guests with every mouthful of these tasty bites! Smoked salmon tartare is a classic and elegant appetizer that is both quick to prepare and cook, making it the perfect party food.
Pinchos – or pintxos – are a traditional drinking snack that can be found strewn across bars and restaurants in northern Spain. This version, made with pork tenderloin and sweet bell peppers, makes for an impressive, meaty appetizer.
You can make these the night before. Keep them covered in the fridge, then simply pop them into the oven to roast along with the vegetables.
Use up all your leftover cheeseboard bits to make these extra-special cheesy chips. Chuck whatever cheeses you have left, along with chutney and cornichons, and get ready for some serious cheese pulls.
If you're rustling up a platter of party food, then you'll want to include these crispy-coated tender chicken pieces.
Get your Christmas feast started right with this simple, flavoursome, veggie starter ready in just 25 minutes
These flavour-packed plant-based bites are perfect for everyone to tuck into
When in season, the humble asparagus is one of our favourite vegetables. Boiled spears of the spring veg are draped in serrano ham and a generous scattering of buttery manchego cheese in this easy recipe. An excellent starter for a dinner party or family get-together.
Combine classic seasonal flavours in this easy cornbread recipe, with sage and gloriously sharp cheddar
A decadent version of the classic Christmas side, these prosciutto stuffing parcels are packed full of apple, cranberry, fresh parsley and moist sausagemeat
Take the stress out of festive prep with this delicious smoked salmon terrine that you can make well ahead of time
For an easy vegan starter that's ideal for Christmas, Derek Sarno has just the recipe.
Nothing says Christmas like smoked salmon. Combining zesty rounds of clementines with long, luxurious strips of subtly smoked salmon, this crowd-pleasing salad is a perfect chance for you to add something different to your Christmas Day spread.
If you're planning a party, snacks are as important as ice on the priority list. These cheese straws are made with filo pastry and baked with parmesan and paprika for lightly spicy, crunchy and devlishly moreish results.
Seasonal clementines are sweet, juicy and packed with fresh flavour. Pair with sharp grapefruit and pomegranate jewels and finish with ginger-spiced honey and fresh mint for a vibrant citrus salad that makes the perfect winter starter, breakfast or dessert
A spicy take on everyone's favourite starter, this Mexican-inspired prawn cocktail salad gets its south of the border flavours from a fresh and zingy mixture of lime, chillies and coriander. Sometimes the classics can be beat.
With their sweet and sour flavour, cranberries work well in savoury dishes
A vegetarian pâté is surely the perfect starter for a hearty autumn feast. Made with real chestnuts, you'll first need to score a cross in each of them and roast in the oven until they are sweet and soft. Mushrooms, garlic, sherry, thyme and cream complete this recipe, packed with flavour.