Canape
Canapes may have a reputation for being fiddly to make, but Delia has some wonderfully quick and easy bites up her sleeve, many of which can be made in advance for easy entertaining.
Serves 4Anchoïade with Toasted Goats' Cheese Croutons
Anchovies, mi-cuit tomatoes, olives, oregano: all strong flavours, but combine them in a processor and you end up with this lovely pate-like result. Spread it on to toasted bread for a type of bruschetta - useful as nibbles at a party.
Makes 24Mini Mincemeat Muffins
At Christmastime, when mincemeat seems to make its yearly outing, what could be better than these lovely mini muffins, made with mincemeat instead of the usual dried fruit?
Makes 24Mini Yorkshire Puddings with Rare Beef and Horseradish and Mustard Crème Fraîche Sauce
These stunning little canapes are heaven on a plate! Cold Yorkshire pudding may not sound that alluring but add rare roast beef and you have the most brilliant combination. A party must!
Serves 6Bloody Mary Tomatoes
Marinate tomatoes in vodka, Worcestershire sauce and Tabasco sauce for a couple of days and you'll have a canape that's an explosion of flavours!
Makes 12Feta, Olive and Sun-dried Tomato Scones
These little scones are packed with Mediterranean flavours and are just the thing spread with butter at teatime. Alternatively, enjoy them with soup or other lunchtime foods.
Makes 12Little Croustades filled with Gravadlax and Soured Cream
Easy yet impressive, you simply have to add these to your party food repertoire. Use guacamole or smoked salmon instead of gravadlax if you prefer.
Makes 20 mini or 6 man-sized muffinsBlueberry and Pecan American Muffins
Muffins - like cupcakes - have become hugely popular in recent years. You can use many different fillings and toppings but this one is definitely one of the best and most classic.
Serves 6 as a starter or 3 as a light lunchCrostini with Anchovies, Roasted Vegetables and Mozzarella
Perfect party nibbles - or a great snack. However you see these, rest assured they will be hugely popular with all who eat them.
Makes 12, to serve 4-6 Crostini Lazio
These elegant little morsels are simplicity itself to make. Serve them with drinks or as part of a buffet spread...
Serves 1Anchoïade
This is a really gutsy snack, served on toasted French bread, and redolent of sunny picnics in Provence! If you're wondering what to do with the rest of the anchovy fillets, cover them in a bowl with clingfilm and store to use later for Pizza Amalfit
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