Appetizers & snacks, European Recetas

Polenta Squares with Gorgonzola - Crostoni al Gorgonzola

Fried polenta is a great treat, a snacking food of the sort one can go to a friggitoria and buy a cone of --…

Campbells Recipes - Hot Chocolate Espuma

A very nice version of the Espuma dish.

Mustard Soup

A simple recipe i got from an old school friend. Serve with fresh bread spread with butter and maybe some ham.

CARBONARA WITH MUSSELS MARINARA.

A flat, simple and cheap that pleases the lovers of "carbonara" even the sea.

ITALIAN CHICKEN

SERVES 4

Italian Rice Balls

Baseball-sized rice balls coated in breadcrumbs, deep-fried and served with bright red marinara sauce.

Easy Bread Lasagna Recipe - Quick Party Starter- Appetizer Idea

As you know, Lasagna sheets may not be easily available, so I have used the bread instead. Also, the authentic…

Shortbread

This is my favourite recipe for shortbread and is actually scottish! A firm favourite with all who try it!

Petits Choux au Fromage

* A savory version of Pate A Choux that many upscale restaurants use as a filler at the beginning of a meal or as an appetizer for those who are…

Gourmet Liver Paté

Not your ordinary chopped liver! This finds a special place on our Christmas table.

Stuffed Mushrooms

This has been a family favorite of ours for generations - I've tweeked my own seasonings to taste!

French Cuisine: Duck, Prunes & Hazlenuts Pound Cake

Pound Cakes should be all cakes. The recipe can be adapted for meat eaters into an eminently presentable dish!…

Fried Artichoke Recipe - Carciofi Fritti

A fried artichoke is simplicity in itself.

Warm Fennel & Chickpea Antipasto

Such a wonderful appetizer (or side dish) that reminds me of something rustic and Italian!

Crackers with basil and tomatoes