Party food recipes

Pour this moreish nacho sauce over tortilla chips and serve for a movie night snack – it's got a hit of smoky flavour thanks to paprika

Enjoy this popular Japanese dish of crunchy, fried pieces of marinated chicken. Deliciously moreish, they're ideal for parties or as part of a spread

This fabulous cheesy pull-apart sharing bread is perfect for the party season. No one can resist melty camembert and golden dough balls

Enjoy these tender ribs with a barbecue glaze. Serve with corn cobs, fries and slaw as a weekend treat for the whole family

This is the best version of this classic guacamole dip. The ingredients are kept to a minimum, so it's as fresh-tasting as possible.

Try a clever Christmas-themed update on the ‘butter board’ trend (that’s butter spread on a board with various toppings, ready to slather on bread)

Make our speedy pizza base, then add a tomato sauce and your favourite toppings. If you're after a thin crust, you don't need to prove it for longer than 5 mins

Use unpeeled potatoes and any cheese and milk that’s almost past its best with this recipe for potato wedges – it's great for Friday nights in

Make this frozen dessert up to two days ahead of serving so you can spend more time with your guests. It’s sure to impress at a Christmas gathering

Give the classic prawn cocktail a makeover with a boozy twist – you then need to choose whether to shake or stir the martini dressing

Try our easy starter – the filling can be made well in advance and chilled. Once your guests arrive, toast the crumpets and pile the filling on top

Make these jamón croquetas ahead if you like to save time when you're hosting a dinner party. After they’ve been coated, the raw croquetas can be frozen

Make cheese straws with the added flavours of sesame and poppy seeds, dried onion flakes and sea salt. They're perfect snacks to serve with cocktails

Glaze chicken wings in sticky sauce and serve with jasmine rice for an easy family meal. Chicken wings are budget-friendly and full of flavour

Marinate chicken wings in cranberry and soy sauce, then cook in an air-fryer to make this tasty side. They're perfect for a buffet or movie night snack

These cauli bites are great for sharing at a party, or as a starter, served with soured cream and herb dressing

Give the savoury bake a makeover with the help of nduja, the spicy Italian salami paste. You could also use a skinned and mashed soft chorizo sausage instead

Try this crispy batter from Joelle Drummond of the Drop Bear Beer Co. It works well with fish, chicken or chunky veg

Blend smoked mackerel with soft cheese, horseradish sauce and lemon juice to make this easy paté. Top with a sprinkling of cayenne and serve with toast

Thinly slice this tart to serve as an elegant Christmas starter alongside a fresh salad, or cut into generous pieces for a Boxing Day buffet

Bring the comforting flavours and textures of apple crumble to a Christmas trifle. Prep ahead so all you need to do is assemble it on the day