Starters, snacks & sides

Spinach, cream cheese and bacon flatbread

Published on May 31, 2017

If you are having guests over and want to cook them a starter that will take you no longer than 20 minutes, we guarantee that they will go wild for this spinach, cream cheese and bacon flatbread. Because cheese and bacon!

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French onion soup

Published on May 26, 2017

Every home cook needs this ridiculously easy classic in their repertoire. The trick to that timeless earthy flavour is to cook your onions on a very low heat, slowly. This may take some time, but it will be worth it. Make sure they get some nice dark colour, just short of burning, for a perfectly rich French onion soup.

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Crispy Asian dumplings

Published on May 17, 2017

We love making these whenever we have leftover stir-fry. Our crispy Asian dumplings are a bite-sized taste surprise that you will go back for again and again.

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Broccoli and cheddar soup

Published on May 10, 2017

Make your name in the make-ahead-game with this simple and tasty recipe. Whip up a huge batch and freeze it, so that it’s ready to go when you don’t feel like making dinner. And this broccoli and cheddar soup also makes for an amazing starter for when you have people over for lunch or dinner.

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Warm lentil and Brussels sprout salad

Published on May 3, 2017

It’s time to vamp up that nutritional content with this lovely warm winter salad. We know Brussels sprouts may not seem to be the most glamorous veggie, but they are having a huge moment in the foodie spotlight these days, appearing in fine dining dishes in restaurants the world over. This Brussels sprout salad is a favourite of ours as...

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Pastrami Reuben

Published on April 28, 2017

Making a snazzy starter or canapé doesn’t have to be a chore. These pastrami Reuben’s only need the cheapest and easiest ingredients and they come together in under 20 minutes. Bookmark this recipe for the next time you are having people over.

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Mediterranean stuffed mushrooms

Published on April 19, 2017

These babies are fully loaded with all our favourite Mediterranean ingredients. For these stuffed mushrooms, we used portobellos because they are shaped like upside-down umbrellas, making them perfect for filling. But you can use any large flat mushroom.

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Blooming onion with horseradish mayo

Published on April 11, 2017

We just love these! A blooming onion makes such a pretty statement on the plate and it’s a lovely earthy autumn treat.

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Carrot salad and carrot-top pesto

Published on April 5, 2017

Waste not, want not! This is wonderfully creative option to serve your guests as a starter or a side option. You can leave the carrot salad slightly warm for the colder months and save when you buy your carrots with their tops still attached from your local market. And if you have some leftover, you can add them to your...

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Roast veg and feta flatbread

Published on March 29, 2017

If you are looking for a great appetiser the next time you have guests over, a cheesy focaccia always goes down well. We love it because people can grab a slice and walk around and mingle without needing a plate. And our meat-free roast veg and feta flatbread will be a hit all round.

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