Retro party recipes
Take a trip down memory lane with these nostalgic culinary classics.
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Party vol-au-vents
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Use our foolproof recipe for retro puff pastry cases then pack them high with savoury fillings for a party canapé
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Peach Melba roulade
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Follow our step-by-step guide to rolling the perfect peach, cream and raspberry sponge roulade or Swiss roll
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Moderately Easy
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Nutty caramel & choc sundaes
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Reach into your storecupboard and freezer to create this sumptuous ice cream medley with salted peanuts, biscuits and caramel
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Scampi with tartare sauce
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Crispy beer battered langoustine or prawn tails with a mayo-based dip of gherkins, capers and herbs
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Moderately Easy
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Almond & lemon meringue roulade
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This pudding from reader Elizabeth Clark is the perfect centrepiece, complete with chewy meringue, creamy lemon filling and retro decoration
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Mini prawn cocktails
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A fresh take on a classic seafood and marie rose starter, this version has sweet petit pois and crunchy radish
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Ratatouille hotpot
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A classic French vegetarian casserole, oven-baked with a cheesy potato gratin topping for great texture
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Coq au vin
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This classic French chicken casserole has been given a healthy makeover but still has a rich, deep flavour
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Moderately Easy
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Mushroom stroganoff
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A few clever substitutions can make this traditional creamy casserole low in fat and calories
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Crêpes Suzette
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This classic French recipe is a fine way to elevate the humble pancake into a smart pudding
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Beef bourguignon
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This sumptuous, step-by-step recipe for slow-cooked stew from Gordon Ramsay makes a great winter supper
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Classic summer pudding
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Celebrate gorgeous seasonal strawberries, raspberries, blackberries and redcurrants with this set basin brioche pud
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Moderately Easy
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Ultimate quiche Lorraine
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The key to making the perfect quiche is simplicity, as you can see with this tasty recipe
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Moderately Easy
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Mini baked Alaskas with boozy cherry centres
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A much-loved favourite with a modern-day twist - and all the components can be prepared in advance
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Moderately Easy
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Modern-day chicken Kiev
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Reduce the calorie count - and guilt factor - of the classic Kiev with this shallow-fried version
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For The Keen Cook
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Custard tart with nutmeg pastry
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There's something so honest about a custard tart, simply topped with a grating of nutmeg
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Fillet of beef with mixed peppercorn sauce
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A delicious flash-fried steak with classic creamy sauce- cook to perfection for a special meal for two
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Easy cheese fondue
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Using mild cheese means everyone in the family can enjoy this classic starter
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Black Forest trifle
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James Martin's indulgent trifle won't keep you in the kitchen for long but will impress guests at your next get-together
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Gordon's Wellington
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Super chef Gordon Ramsay turns his hand to beef Wellington
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Peach Melba knickerbocker glory
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Peaches and raspberries are a heavenly match and kids will love these retro puds
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Duck with oriental passion fruit & orange sauce
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A perfect treat for two
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Scrumptious strawberry pavlova
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A scrumptious treat for a hot summer's day
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Speedy banana splits
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Whip up this speedy classic no-cook pud in next to no time
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Cheat's scampi with chunky chips
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A classic fave that's satisfying and surprisingly healthy - and just 93p per serving!
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Mum's best profiteroles
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Award-winning writer, Fiona Beckett, shares her recipe for the 1970's classic dessert
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Sara's chilli con carne
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Ideal for entertaining families with kids, this classic chilli dish is quick, hassle-free and great to have in the freezer
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Chocolate & berry mousse pots
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Dessert doesn't have to be devilish as this good-for-you pud proves
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Mini meatloaves
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An updated retro favourite that makes a cheap and easy family meal
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Custard kisses
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Try a homemade version of these old-school favourites for a comforting afternoon tea
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Goulash in a dash
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Whip up this Hungarian paprika-infused beef casserole in minutes, or use a slow cooker for an extra tender finish
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Ultimate crème brûlée
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Our professional tips will help you to create this crunchy-and-custardy delight
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Herby toad in the hole
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This family favourite marries meaty sausages with robust herbs and traditional, comforting Yorkshire pudding
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Zabaglione trifle slice
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This dish is inspired by trifle and tiramisu, taking some of the best elements of each
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All-in-one gammon, egg & chips
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Having a solo supper? Save on the washing up with this one-pan version of the old favourite
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Creamy rice pudding with stewed plums
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Give your guests a nostalgic hit with this nursery pudding of the highest order
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Veal cordon bleu
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John Torode's take on this French classic - ham and comté cheese wrapped in a breaded veal fillet with garlic butter
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Moderately Easy
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