Make your Christmas dinner start with a celebration: these 11 starters are everything the main wishes it was
At Christmas, the starter is the moment when everyone really settles down at the table and the meal really gets going. You want something pretty, something gourmet, something that will whet your appetite without overpowering the rest of the meal... in short, an appetizer that makes an impression without making your life difficult.
In this selection, you'll find 11 ideas that work every time: salmon, scallops, lighter options, and even a few surprises. Enough to launch your festive meal with elegance, but above all with pleasure! :)
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Who said mille-feuilles had to be sweet? We prove the opposite with this savory version, fresh and no cooking required! Only 3 ingredients are needed for this easy, gluten-free recipe: salmon, apple, and fresh goat cheese. Sprinkle with a hint of dill,...
Start your meal with this delightful foie gras soufflé recipe! It's an easy preparation that results in a fluffy and flavorful dish. With our step-by-step guide, these homemade soufflés will be a breeze for you. This recipe can also be part of the...
Elevate your classic soups with a chic puff pastry shell. Also known as 'balloon soup', this ultra-easy recipe is perfect for starting your festive meals or simply making your autumn/winter soups more original. Inspired by the famous VGE soup created...
Let's all agree that the combination of scallops and leeks is a winner, right? Make it even crispier for the holidays by adding it to filo pastry sheets! An ultra-simple homemade recipe, tested and approved by the entire Ptitchef team of course ;-) For...
For a light, fluffy starter delicately flavored with smoked salmon, choose this soufflé recipe! A very simple preparation to recreate at home that will delight your taste buds :-) With a touch of cream cheese for sweetness and dill for flavor, this...
Caviar is best enjoyed on a beautiful mother-of-pearl spoon. However, if you're looking for foods to pair it with, soft-boiled eggs make a perfect match. The creaminess of the egg yolk topped with a teaspoon of caviar offers an exquisite flavor...
Typically, you consume them raw, often accompanied by lemon, vinegar, and/or salted butter. Now, try the oysters au gratin! Here we offer a filling made with white wine, shallots, fresh cream, and grated cheese. This is a great opportunity to make your...
A no bake and easy to prepare recipe for Christmas parties but you can serve it all day. year if you have guests. Our salmon roll is filled with a tasty ricotta cream enriched with chopped pistachios , chopped chives and pieces of lemon...
As you know, we love verrines to start the meal :-) They immediately give a more chic and elegant touch to the table, perfect for festive meals . Whether as an aperitif or as a starter, these ultra-colorful vegetarian verrines will be a...
Looking for an appetizer that makes a statement without being complicated? These beet ravioli are as elegant as they are easy to prepare. Thin slices of beet serve as a shell for a fresh filling of ricotta, lemon and arugula , all served with a...
This scallop carpaccio is an easy and perfect recipe for preparing a light, original, and elegant starter . The citrus vinaigrette , made with orange juice and a hint of lime, adds freshness and balances the softness of the scallops with a tangy...
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