Shortcut starters

Entertaining a lot over the festive season? Impress guests with these no-fuss recipes that combine storecupboard standbys with time-saving products – there’s a handy shopping list, too.

Shortcut starters
Mozzarella-stuffed risotto balls

Mozzarella-stuffed risotto balls

These cheesy balls make an enjoyable starter or canapé. You can also try them with Taleggio or Camembert cut into cubes.

Dukka-crusted beef carpaccio with Parmesan

Dukka-crusted beef carpaccio with Parmesan

All you need to make this classy beef recipe is a decent cut of fillet and a few other ingredients.

Lime and chilli scallops with minted pea purée

Lime and chilli scallops with minted pea purée

You could use fried chorizo cubes instead of pancetta in this sublime scallop starter.

Smoked duck salad with pomegranate seeds

Smoked duck salad with pomegranate seeds

This duck salad recipe looks like a sophisticated starter yet it takes only half an hour and is easily assembled.

Griddled halloumi with watercress salad

Griddled halloumi with watercress salad

Serve this vegetarian shortcut starter straightaway or the halloumi will turn rubbery.

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