Canapés should look sophisticated, taste amazing and be fuss-free to eat – without having to spend hours fiddling in the kitchen. Rachel’s favourite canapés can be prepared ahead using simple ingredients with clever twists and short-cuts that will impress your guests.
How many canapés per person? Rachel suggests 8-10 per head for a short drinks party and 12 per head for a longer party. Canapés need to be small enough to be held in the fingers and eaten in one bite, without leaving sticky fingers. As for presentation, why not collect quirky platters from charity shops – or serve on a piece of slate or wood?
Stylish, fuss-free canapés that look and taste amazing.
Pea Blini with Parma Ham, Mint & Melon Salsa Makes 36-40 Canapés Ingredients 150g peas, defrosted 400g cold mashed potato 1 large egg, beaten 50g plain flour 1-2 tbsp double cream
Mini Sausage Toadies with Pea Crush Makes 24 Mini Toadies Batter Ingredients 175g plain flour A pinch of English mustard powder 2 large eggs 125ml semi-skimmed milk 120ml water Sea salt
Pea, Spinach and Potato Cakes Serves 4 Ingredients 500g potatoes, peeled and boiled 150g peas 1 tbsp rapeseed oil 2 shallots, peeled and finely chopped 1 tbsp curry pasted 2 tsp
