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STARTERS AND APPETIZERS

Starters and Appetizers

  • Asparagus with Egg and Roasted Peppers
    Asparagus with Egg and Roasted Peppers
    Asparagus with Egg and Roasted Peppers is a wonderful spring time dish when asparagus is in early season. It's a great appetizer or healthy snack.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Monk Fish in Bacon with Parsley Cream
    Monk Fish in Bacon with Parsley Cream
    Monk Fish in Bacon with Parsley Cream is an incredibly simple recipe that will serve 4 as a main course or 6 as a starter.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 25 Minutes
  • Apple and Smoked Salmon Rolls
    Apple and Smoked Salmon Rolls
    Apples are an excellent way to remove hunger pangs and are a wise choice to help avoid snacking on fatty foods between meals
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Asparagus in Parmesan Sauce
    Asparagus in Parmesan Sauce
    Though this recipe works well as a side dish, Asparagus in Parmesan Sauce is perfect as a starter course, all on its own.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Asparagus Wrapped In Parma Ham
    Asparagus Wrapped In Parma Ham
    Asparagus Wrapped In Parma Ham can be served either as an easy appetizer or as an accompaniment to a main course. Either way, the taste is addictive.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 15 Minutes
  • Beef Carpaccio
    Beef Carpaccio
    Carpaccio is a dish of raw meat or fish, thinly sliced or pounded thin. It can be served as an appetiser or main course and is really tasty.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Beef Meatballs with Spinach
    Beef Meatballs with Spinach
    Hard to imagine that Beef Meatballs could become part of a controlled diet but, by using really lean minced beef you can enjoy with a clear conscience
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Black Pudding Parcels
    Black Pudding Parcels
    This fantastic recipe for Black Pudding Parcels is simple, yet the cream and mustard sauce add a touch of luxury to an exceptional supper.
    Preparation: 25 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Blushing Eggs
    Blushing Eggs
    It's summer, the sun is shining and the family is screaming to eat outside.Blushing Eggs are just the thing, to put a smile on their faces and yours.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Broccoli and Cheddar Soup
    Broccoli and Cheddar Soup
    There's nothing like a lovely, warming bowl of Broccoli and Cheddar Soup on a cold winter's day.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 25 Minutes
  • Broccoli Chowder with Garlic & Cheddar Toasts
    Broccoli Chowder with Garlic & Cheddar Toasts
    Broccoli Chowder with Garlic & Cheddar Toasts is one of those lovely "chilly day" lunches that warms you both bodily and mentally
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 25 Minutes
  • Buttered Cucumber
    Buttered Cucumber
    So you didn't know that cucumber could be cooked and eaten hot, eh? It's delicious and so very, very simple
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Caesar Salad
    Caesar Salad
    Caesar Salad was created in 1924 by Italian chef Caesar Cardini at his restaurant in Tijuana, Mexico and was prepared and served at the table
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Carpaccio Style Octopus
    Carpaccio Style Octopus
    Though the octopus is cooked, the style is that of Carpaccio (finely cut meat or fish with a vinegar and olive oil-base dressing). Perfect for summer.
    Preparation: 40 Minutes
    Cooking: 1 Hour 15 Minutes
  • Carpaccio Style Prawns
    Carpaccio Style Prawns
    Carpaccio is a dish of raw meat or fish, thinly sliced and generally served as an appetizer. These delicious Carpaccio Style Prawns will delight you.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Cauliflower Soup with Melted Stilton<br> &Caramelised Onions
    Cauliflower Soup with Melted Stilton
    &Caramelised Onions
    Tasty, filling and well worth the little extra effort required to make your own soup.!
    Preparation: 30 Minutes
    Cooking: 50 Minutes
  • Ceviche
    Ceviche
    Ceviche, is a great starter for when you are entertaining. It looks like you've spent hours preparing it, but it can be on the plate in minutes.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Chestnut Soup with Migas
    Chestnut Soup with Migas
    Chestnut Soup with Migas is a posh way of saying Chestnut Soup with Crunchy Bread Crumbs! I love chestnuts - equally as good in summer as in winter.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Chicken 65
    Chicken 65
    The strangely named Chicken 65 is a dish from the southern state of Tamil Nadu, and there are various legends behind why it is called Chicken 65.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 30 Minutes
  • Chicken Caesar Salad
    Chicken Caesar Salad
    One of my favourite salads and one that I often request when dining out is Caesar Salad
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Chicken Ham and Vegetable Soup
    Chicken Ham and Vegetable Soup
    Chicken and Ham Soup is one of my favourites and makes use of a chicken carcass (and any bits of meat still left), so great for economy too!
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
  • Chinese Chicken Salad
    Chinese Chicken Salad
    Chinese Chicken Salad is a truly delicious light meal or, using just half the amount of chicken, starter course.
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 40 Minutes
  • Sweetcorn Fritters
    Sweetcorn Fritters
    These simple Sweetcorn Fritters make a hearty brunch, supper or snack with some crisp bacon, tomato ketchup and thick cut buttered bread.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Crab and Prawn Hot Pots
    Crab and Prawn Hot Pots
    Crab and Prawn Hot Pots couldn't be simpler but they will never fail to impress. Equally at home as a starter, light lunch or just because ...
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Cream of Artichoke Soup
    Cream of Artichoke Soup
    Cream of Artichoke Soup isa lovely, heart-warming soups that is perfect on a winter's day when the frost is nibbling at the end of your nose!
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 25 Minutes
  • Creamy Chicken Soup
    Creamy Chicken Soup
    Creamy Chicken Soup answers the question of how to make good use of a whole chicken when only part of it has been used during a meal.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
  • Creamy Corn and Vegetable Soup
    Creamy Corn and Vegetable Soup
    Creamy Corn and Vegetable Soup is one of those lovely versatile recipes that's easy and quick to make and works equally as well for any occasion.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 12 Minutes
  • Crisp Potato Cakes with Goats Cheese and Caviar
    Crisp Potato Cakes with Goats Cheese and Caviar
    Crisp Potato Cakes with Goats Cheese and Caviar is, in fact, a rather novel form of savoury "finger food" (petit four salé).
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Crispy Bacon Smashed Potatoes
    Crispy Bacon Smashed Potatoes
    Crispy Bacon Smashed Potatoes has about the simplest ingredient list on this site! Perfect for parties or simply served with Sunday lunch.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 40 Minutes
  • Cucumber Surprise
    Cucumber Surprise
    Cucumber Surprise will, indeed, surprise you. It's perfect for a starter course at a main meal, or as a light meal or snack on it's own.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Dates Stuffed with Mascarpone
    Dates Stuffed with Mascarpone
    Though the oranges, dates and nuts in Dates Stuffed with Mascarpone is reminiscent of Christmas, these little beasts are perfect all year round.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Devilled Eggs
    Devilled Eggs
    Devilled Eggs make a great appetizer and a perfect party dish. So quick and simple to make, and loved by young and old alike.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Devils on Horseback
    Devils on Horseback
    This recipe for Devils on Horseback is a great way to prepare stuffed bacon rolls for informal entertaining or to eat cold with a picnic.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Eggs in Tarragon Jelly
    Eggs in Tarragon Jelly
    In this recipe for Eggs in Tarragon Jelly, the tarragon imparts a mild but distinctive flavour to the consommé.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 25 Minutes
  • Foie Gras Escalopes with Dates and Pears
    Foie Gras Escalopes with Dates and Pears
    Escalopes of Foie Gras with Dates and Pears relies on the rich, buttery, and delicate falvours of fresh (uncooked) foie gras.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 25 Minutes
  • French Onion Soup
    French Onion Soup
    French Onion Soup is one of 'the classics' with a well deserved reputation. In this recipe, I mostly follow the traditional French method.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 30 Minutes
  • Fresh Sesame Salad with Prawns and Palm Hearts
    Fresh Sesame Salad with Prawns and Palm Hearts
    The incredibly fresh taste of this salad makes it perfect for a main course or a starter. And it's ready in minutes.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Garlic Prawns (Garlic Shrimp)
    Garlic Prawns (Garlic Shrimp)
    Garlic Prawns is one of those delicious recipes that is perfect as a starter if you are entertaining or as a light lunch for yourself and the family.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Graham's Mediterranean Mussels
    Graham's Mediterranean Mussels
    Graham's Mediterranean Mussels is a simple dish with big tasty Mediterranean flavours. Soft mussels with the sweetness of chick peas and onions.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Grilled Goats Cheese Salad
    Grilled Goats Cheese Salad
    We eat Grilled Goats Cheese Salad two or three times a month for lunch. It's quick and easy to make and it tastes very, very good.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Tasty Vegetable Gratin
    Tasty Vegetable Gratin
    Tasty Vegetable Gratin is a dish you can eat on its own or with a roast or grilled meat or fish. It's easy to make, and looks (and tastes) spectacular
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 35 Minutes
  • Ham and Leek Bake
    Ham and Leek Bake
    Ham and Leek Bake is great for a simple lunch or late supper. If you want to turn it into a more substantial meal, allow two leeks per person.
    Preparation: 1 Minute
    Cooking: 12 Minutes
  • Ham and Pea Soup
    Ham and Pea Soup
    Ham and Pea Soup is one of my favourites, particularly on a cold day. This is a good way to use leftover ham, quite inexpensive, and very tasty.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 15 Minutes
  • Hazelnut Butter Scallops
    Hazelnut Butter Scallops
    A slightly expensive but totally delicious shellfish with a delicate taste, Hazelnut Butter Scallops make a most attractive and delicious starter.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 12 Minutes
  • Hot Camembert with Cherry Filling
    Hot Camembert with Cherry Filling
    Hot Camembert with Cherry Filling is a somewhat decadent way of mixing cheese and fruit, but it's very, very more-ish when served with crusty bread.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Julie's Salmon & Prawn with Lime
    Julie's Salmon & Prawn with Lime
    Julie's Salmon & Prawn with Lime is dedicated to Terry and Julie, our neighbours on The Isle of Man, who served us the most stunning starter ever.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Tomato and Mozzarella Salad
    Tomato and Mozzarella Salad
    The mix of tomato and Mozzarella makes a delicious salad accompaniment or can be served on its own as a fresh summer starter course.
    Preparation: 7 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Trio of Scallops
    Trio of Scallops
    a Trio of Scallops is a simple and very effective starter course or you can extend the choice to make it a "quad" of scallops. Absolutely stunning!
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 15 Minutes
  • Leek and Potato Soup
    Leek and Potato Soup
    Leek and Potato Soup is unpretentious but easy to make and always welcome on a cold winter's day.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 1 Hour
  • Leek and Smoked Salmon Rolls
    Leek and Smoked Salmon Rolls
    Leek and Smoked Salmon Rolls is an upmarket version of ham and leek bake. Not only is it an unusual dish, it's also good for your figure!
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Leek Flan
    Leek Flan
    Leek Flan is a great way to enjoy leeks and makes a delicious meal with a baked potato. Perfect comfort food
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 25 Minutes
  • Luxury Lobster and Potato Salad
    Luxury Lobster and Potato Salad
    I admit that Luxury Lobster and Potato Salad is somewhat decadent and exotic but lobster and truffles are a match made in heaven.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Mackerel in White Wine - Maquereaux au Vin Blanc
    Mackerel in White Wine - Maquereaux au Vin Blanc
    Mackerel in White Wine is a speciality of North-Western France. Washed down with a glass of fresh Muscadet, there's nothing to beat it.
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Mango Smoothie
    Mango Smoothie
    Here's a nice, simple way to make a Mango Smoothie with just a few ingredients. It's great for kids, but I've seen the adults knock it back, too!
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Marinated Carrot Salad
    Marinated Carrot Salad
    Marinated Carrot Salad takes a few minutes to prepare and is perfect if you want something a bit different to add to your salads.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 15 Minutes
  • Mini Frittatas
    Mini Frittatas
    Mini Frittatas is an egg-based Italian dish similar to an omelette or crustless quiche. You'll get about 40 light-bites that are buffet perfect.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Minted Lamb Meatballs
    Minted Lamb Meatballs
    Minted Lamb Meatballs is a little bit "fiddly" but I've included it because it makes a superb starter for any meal if you are entertaining.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Mixed Tuna Salad
    Mixed Tuna Salad
    Mixed Tuna Salad provides a tasty and colourful mixed salad that is perfectly suited for entertaining. The blend of flavours is the key to its success
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Monk Fish Delight
    Monk Fish Delight
    This is a great starter course and needs to be made the day before (which allows you plenty of time to focus on preparing the rest of your meal).
    Preparation: 30 Minutes
    Cooking: 40 Minutes
  • Mozzarella and Tomato Skewers
    Mozzarella and Tomato Skewers
    The wonderful Mediterranean flavours of tomato, Mozzarella and Olive oil come flooding through in this easy but effective starter (or snack).
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 5 Minutes
  • Mushrooms &agrave; la Gr&egrave;cque
    Mushrooms à la Grècque
    Mushrooms à la Grècque is a simple little starter that can be made well in advance and leave you free to prepare a more complex main course.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 30 Minutes
  • Mussels with Herb Butter (Moules Ni&ccedil;oises)
    Mussels with Herb Butter (Moules Niçoises)
    Known in French as "Moules Niçoises", these are perfect either for an aperitif before the meal, as part of a barbeque buffet, or for a starter.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 15 Minutes
  • Nigiri-zushi
    Nigiri-zushi
    Nigiri-zushi consists of a small portion of Sushi Rice that is shaped in the hands. A thin piece of fish like tuna or shrimp is draped over the top.
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Oak-Smoked Queenies
    Oak-Smoked Queenies
    In case you've not come across them before, "Queenies" are small scallops about ½" - ¾" (1cm - 2cm) diameter - sometimes called "bay scallops"
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Okra Bhaji
    Okra Bhaji
    An Indian influence of spices makes Okra Bhaji (sometimes known as ladies fingers) quite delicious. Easy to make and very tasty.
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 15 Minutes
  • Oysters
    Oysters
    All sorts of myths appear to exist about these delightful creatures. Certainly, in some countries, they can be quite expensive.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Warm Asparagus Salad
    Warm Asparagus Salad
    Warm Asparagus Salad is a delightful, fresh salad suitable for a light meal in summer or winter. And it doesn't matter if the eggs are still warm.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Pan Fried Scallops on Black Pudding with Pea & Mint Purée
    Pan Fried Scallops on Black Pudding with Pea & Mint Purée
    Pan Fried Scallops on Black Pudding with Pea & Mint Purée is an ideal starter course or could easily be made into a main dish.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 15 Minutes
  • Potato Soup with Chives and Soured Cream
    Potato Soup with Chives and Soured Cream
    Potato Soup with Chives and Soured Cream is one of those lovely little potages that work well as a quick winter lunch or as a starter course
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 40 Minutes
  • Potted Shrimps
    Potted Shrimps
    Sounds complicated? Not at all ! This is probably the easiest seafood you will ever prepare. It looks and tastes wonderful & will impress your guests.
    Preparation: 3 Minutes
    Cooking: 3 Minutes
  • Prawn Cocktail (Shrimp Cocktail)
    Prawn Cocktail (Shrimp Cocktail)
    In the 1970's, Prawn Cocktail (Shrimp Cocktail) became a favourite of many people when dining out. So much so that it has now become a bit "old hat".
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Prawn Perfection
    Prawn Perfection
    In Prawn Perfection the peppery flavour of the paper-thin slices turnip perfectly balances the sweetness of the king prawns and the red pepper sauce.
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 30 Minutes
  • Prawn Sushi
    Prawn Sushi
    Not all sushi recipes use raw seafood, and this recipe for Prawn Sushi uses cooked prawns (or large shrimp)
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 3 Minutes
  • Quail's Eggs
    Quail's Eggs
    Many people aren't sure how to cook quail's eggs, so don't buy them. For that reason, I can offer you this simple guide to quail egg perfection!
    Preparation: 1 Minute
    Cooking: 3 Minutes
  • Rice Soup with Chicken and Ginger
    Rice Soup with Chicken and Ginger
    Rice Soup with Chicken and Ginger is perfect for a light lunch or as a starter for a meal with friends. It's a simple, straightforward recipe.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 50 Minutes
  • Rillettes de Porc
    Rillettes de Porc
    Rillettes de Porc (pronounced "ree-et-der-por") is very French and very tasty! If you're on a strict diet, maybe choose something different though!
    Preparation: 15 Minutes
    Cooking: 4 Hours
  • Sage Cream Dip
    Sage Cream Dip
    The rich flavour of sage complemented by the distinctive, but not overpowering, bitterness of curd cheese sets this healthy dish apart from other dips
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Salad Horseradish
    Salad Horseradish
    While many people are aware of horseradish sauce (much favoured on beef), less people are aware that you can eat horseradish as part of a salad meal.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Salade Niçoise
    Salade Niçoise
    The original version of Salade Niçoise always included raw red peppers, shallots, and artichoke hearts - but never any cooked vegetables
    Preparation: 12 Minutes
    Cooking: 8 Minutes
  • Sashimi (Raw Seafood)
    Sashimi (Raw Seafood)
    Sashimi is often the first course in a formal Japanese meal, but it can also be the main course, presented with rice and miso soup in separate bowls.
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: NIL
  • Satay with Peanut Sauce
    Satay with Peanut Sauce
    The bite-size portions in this simple recipe for Satay with Peanut Sauce are intended as part of an aperitif rather than as a main dish.
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 15 Minutes
  • Sautéed Calamari
    Sautéed Calamari
    Sautéed Calamari is a quick and easy dish of delicious squid and baby octopus cooked to perfection with sweet roasted peppers.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 20 Minutes
  • Sesame Noodles with Chicken
    Sesame Noodles with Chicken
    Sesame Oil is a true delight and this recipe for Sesame Noodles with Chicken makes full use of it's rich flavours.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 10 Minutes
  • Spicy Baby Octopus
    Spicy Baby Octopus
    Spicy Baby Octopus is a simple dish that's packed with flavour. Tender baby octopus with a spicy chunky tomato sauce fresh parsley and lemon zest
    Preparation: 5 Minutes
    Cooking: 1 Hour 15 Minutes
  • Spinach and Feta Rounds with Greek Tomato Salad
    Spinach and Feta Rounds with Greek Tomato Salad
    Spinach and Feta Rounds with Greek Tomato Salad is not just a great vegetarian dish, it's light, refreshing and perfect for a summer day.
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 25 Minutes
  • Asparagus, Pancetta and Puff Pastry Parcels
    Asparagus, Pancetta and Puff Pastry Parcels
    You'll love these little bundles of springtime - bundles of asparagus, pancetta, parmesan cheese and puff pastry make this a super simple appetizer.
    Preparation: 10 Minutes
    Cooking: 15 Minutes
  • Leek and Smoked Salmon Flan
    Leek and Smoked Salmon Flan
    This delicious and simple recipe for Leek and Smoked Salmon Flan is perfect either hot or cold with a light salad for lunch or as a starter course.
    Preparation: 20 Minutes
    Cooking: 25 Minutes



 
 

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