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Spiced cannellini and lentil soup

A hearty soup with a backbone of warming spice. You could swap the cannellini beans for butter beans, or use a mixture of the two.

Asparagus and parma ham

Tender asparagus wrapped in salty ham & drizzled with creamy hollandaise sauce. This asparagus and Parma ham is perfect for a dinner party or date night. The default recipe serves 2.

Author: caroline

5 Minute Goat Cheese and Pecan Salad

Warmer weather calls for easy salads like this 5 Minute Goat Cheese and Pecan Salad. Using just arugula, pecans, goat cheese, chives and a little balsamic glaze, this is on the table in a hurry. Great...

Author: Julia Pinney

Potato and Leek Soup Without Cream

I cannot think of a better accompaniment to a chilly evening than a big bowl of leek and potato soup. This plant-based vegetable soup is without dairy, vegan and gluten-free and is filling, delicious and...

Author: Becky

Portland crab rosti with land cress and chives

Mark Hix's crab with potato rosti recipe is full of flavour but simple to put together. Hix is a fan of this dish, and serves it during the summer months.

Author: Mark Hix

Endives au Jambon

I made a version of Endives au Jambon. Normally the sauce is a bechamel, but I can tell you it's really good with cheese fondue too.Here's my really simple recipe for Endives au Jambon using Cheese Fondue...

Author: Caro

Ajo blanco

Miriam's easy, chilled almond soup makes a refreshing starter and only has 4 ingredients for an authentic Spanish taste

Author: miriamgonzlezdurntez

Pork rillettes

A French dish of potted meat with garlic, juniper and brandy. Slow-cook pork until tender then set into individual ramekins for a sensational starter

Author: Barney Desmazery

Sriracha King Prawns with Mango Salsa

Impress your guests with these sriracha king prawns with mango salsa - A wonderful sweet & spicy combination yet delicate and fresh to the palate.

Author: Andrea Soranidis - The Petite Cook

Chilli & lime squid salad

James Martin's sensational starter is sure to impress dinner party guests - marinate the squid overnight, then sear just before serving over avocado and rocket

Author: James Martin

Chicken liver & raisin pâté

This delicious, unashamedly rich starter is the sort of dish that makes entertaining stress-free, as it can be made up to three days ahead

Author: Raymond Blanc

Whipped brie salad with dates & candied walnuts

This sumptuous salad is perfect for a group starter and can be whipped up the night before

Author: Good Food team

Smoked trout & radish remoulade tartines

These little toasts are a perfect way to kick off a spring menu. Top them with a lemony mayo with celeriac, apple, dill and capers

Author: James Martin

French onion soup

This classic french recipe is a favourite here in Britain as well. Serve up as a light starter or on a chilly winter night.

Mango Salad

Easy Vegan Mango Salad recipe for a plate of fresh, colourful goodness with touches of sweet, sour, salty, nutty and herby.

Author: Azlin Bloor

Chicken skewers with satay dip

If you're looking for a quick dinner party canapé you can't go far wrong with this easy classic

Author: Good Food team

The best vegan Jamaican roti wrap

These easy and authentic Jamaican roti are perfect as a vegan wrap, as part of your BBQ or with a mouth-watering curry.

Author: Vanessa Sturman

Recipes for easy springtime Middle Eastern entertaining with wine: spring hummus with crispy chickpeas, goat cheese with herbs and wine soaked strawberries {GF, Veg, V}

With spring in full swing, here are my favourite tricks and recipes for easy springtime Middle Eastern entertaining with wine: spring hummus with crispy chickpeas, goat cheese with herbs and wine-soaked...

Author: Ksenia Prints

Shrimp Toast

This Shrimp Toast recipe is a restaurant delicious a crowd-pleasing appetizer, beautifully coated with sesame seeds that will disappear in minutes.

Author: Nithya Narasimhan

Healthier Baked Yogurt Bouyiourdi

There's no feta cheese in this version, so it's far lower in calories and fat because yoghurt replaces the feta.

Author: Jan Bennett

Chicken liver parfait

Get your dinner party off to a great start with a silky-smooth chicken liver parfait. Serve with toasted brioche and a sweet chutney for an indulgent starter

Author: Tom Kerridge

Spiced cannellini and lentil soup

A hearty soup with a backbone of warming spice. You could swap the cannellini beans for butter beans, or use a mixture of the two.

Simple fish cakes

Our famous fish cakes are one of your favourite ever olive recipes - and now the recipe is here, online! Use any white fish or salmon, but not oily fish or the texture will be heavy. We'd recommend serving...

Author: Charlotte Morgan

Lemon Orzo Salad

This simple Lemon Orzo Salad with lemon vinaigrette is loaded with fresh vegetables and makes a refreshing summer starter or main in under 30 minutes!

Author: Lara

Salmon tartare with apple, dill & gherkins

Push the bar up with your starter this Christmas with this super-light and fresh salmon tartare with apple, dill & gherkins. It has bags of flavour

Author: Brett Redman

Crab & melon salad

This elegant seafood starter is sure to impress - buy freshly picked crab meat or see our step-by-step guide to preparing a whole crab

Author: Monica Galetti

PAKORA RECIPE| MIXED VEGETABLE PAKORA | SOUTH INDIAN STYLE PAKODA RECIPE

Pakora's (or) Pakoda's are delectable and easy to make Indian snack |starter|appetizer. Serve and enjoy it with a hot cup of tea.

Author: Author : Aruna Manikandan

Garlic eyeballs with creamy chive dip

These dough balls are easy-peasy, so get the kids to help you make them for your Halloween party

Author: Lesley Waters

Garlic eyeballs with creamy chive dip

These dough balls are easy-peasy, so get the kids to help you make them for your Halloween party

Author: Lesley Waters

Celebration fish platter with spiced cucumber salad

This indulgent sharing platter makes an impressive dinner party starter with trout pâté, crisp coated mackerel fillets and smoked salmon

Author: James Martin

Apple Tart Recipe with Brie

Are you looking for a great starter or veggie lunch idea? Then do try out my baked brie, fresh thyme and apple tart recipe!

Author: June d'Arville

Smoked salmon with capers & pickled shallots

This fresh and zingy salad is packed with contrasting flavours and textures. It's ideal for entertaining

Author: James Martin

Crab & melon salad

This elegant seafood starter is sure to impress - buy freshly picked crab meat or see our step-by-step guide to preparing a whole crab

Author: Monica Galetti

Asparagus with spiced butter & brown shrimp

Try this easy asparagus dish with potted shrimp-inspired topping in pools of mace-spiked butter. It makes a memorable starter for a dinner party or smart lunch

Author: Rosie Birkett

Crab cakes with sweet chilli & ginger dipping sauce

An easy help-yourself starter with the zest and spice of ginger and chilli

Author: Good Food team

Prawns Fry

Author: Maria Jose Martin

Comté cheese soufflé

Raymond Blanc's recipe for this sumptuous dinner party starter, with a luxurious cheesy sauce, is guaranteed to impress - use gruyère or emmenthal cheese, if you prefer

Author: Raymond Blanc

Asian cured salmon with prawns, pickled salad & dill lime crème fraîche

Make this cured salmon and prawn dish as a classy starter for a dinner party. It takes a few days of prep, but it's well worth it for the flavour that you get

Author: Jane Hornby

Mini prawn & sweetcorn cakes

These fritters are lightly spiced with cumin. Serve as a starter or nibble

Author: Cassie Best

Lobster & celeriac remoulade

This festive make-ahead starter is perfect for a Christmas meal for two. Serve with crunchy toast and a scattering of dill for an impressive seafood dish

Author: Barney Desmazery

Ajo blanco

Miriam's easy, chilled almond soup makes a refreshing starter and only has 4 ingredients for an authentic Spanish taste

Author: miriamgonzlezdurntez


This simple guide will show you how to make sushi rice; cooked and mixed to perfection ready for making your very own sushi rolls. A quick sushi rice recipe, which will ensure the best start to making...

Author: By: Debbie Jones

Chicken terrine with leeks & apricots

Whet the appetite for the main event by serving guests this special chicken terrine with leeks and apricots. It can be made up to three days ahead

Author: Jane Hornby

Chicken terrine with leeks & apricots

Whet the appetite for the main event by serving guests this special chicken terrine with leeks and apricots. It can be made up to three days ahead

Author: Jane Hornby

Halloween Charcuterie board

A festive Halloween charcuterie board is the easiest way to entertain. Everyone loves a good cheese board and this one will be a hit!

Author: Alida Ryder

Goat's cheese, pear & candied pecan salad

This extra-special vegetarian starter is bursting with contrasting flavours and textures, such as spiralized pear, crunchy roasted nuts and creamy cheese

Author: James Martin

Garlic eyeballs with creamy chive dip

These dough balls are easy-peasy, so get the kids to help you make them for your Halloween party

Author: Lesley Waters

Garlic eyeballs with creamy chive dip

These dough balls are easy-peasy, so get the kids to help you make them for your Halloween party

Author: Lesley Waters

Lardo & apple bruschetta

This melt-in-the-mouth pork fat with herbs and spices goes well with the sweetness of a Granny Smith and makes a delectable starter

Author: Chelsie Collins