Pâté recipes

A rich, sweet pâté recipe using pineau - a sherry-like aperitif - great as a dinner party starter.

An impressive starter from Gordon Ramsay, that's surprisingly simple to put together. Make it a few days ahead to allow the flavours to develop

This relaxed mackerel pâté starter can be whizzed up in just 15 minutes - and it won't break the bank either

Five minutes is all you need to whip up this creamy fish dish, great served as a dip or starter

A little parfait makes Christmas complete, try making your own with Barney's festive recipe

If you love liver parfait, try Gordon Ramsay's step-by-step recipe to get a rich, silky smooth result

Making your own paté is an extra-special touch- this version is flavoured with wine, cream, garlic and sage

Cured slow-cooked pork is a great foundation for a coarse pâté style starter and can be made in advance

This low-fat, easy pâté is a perfect vegetarian starter

A rustic terrine with French toasts makes an excellent starter for a special meal and it costs very little to make

A show-stopping layered fish centrepiece with cream cheese and lemon filling, flavoured with dill and chives

This delicious, unashamedly rich starter is the sort of dish that makes entertaining stress-free, as it can be made up to three days ahead

A chunky fish terrine that's easy to make and delicious with toasted sweet bagels

Whether served as a starter or part of a buffet, Barney's smart make-ahead terrine will be sure to impress

Quick and impressive, John Torode's no-cook, mackerel pâté starter won't keep you in the kitchen for long

If you're not a confident pastry-maker, you can use shop-bought pastry - you'll find it easier to handle and the result will still be delicious

James Martin's luxuriously rich dinner party starter can be made up to two days in advance for fuss-free entertaining - serve with toasted brioche, cornichons and chutney.

These individual portions of butter-topped paté can be frozen ahead for a dinner party with friends

The rich earthy taste of mushroom pâté powers through these delicious little Christmas stuffing treats

Whizz up sustainable smoked fish with horseradish, lemon and cream cheese, plus a little spinach for colour, then serve with toast as a light starter

Cheaper than smoked salmon, this smoked trout dip makes a smart party nibble or simple starter

Whizz up this fish dip with hot tangy mustard notes, cream cheese, lemon and dill - great for a last minute party dish