Recipe Card

A Duo of Summery Spreads

Quintessentially British, these very summery spreads are both ideal for a picnic or alternatively served as a simple starter.

They look particularly good presented in glasses, with melba toast and lemon on the plate.

Smoked Mackerel and Horseradish Pate

This fresh pate is delicious served with some crisp melba toasts.

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Serves 6 people.

To make your own melba toasts, toast several slices of bread on both sides, remove the crusts and cut.

Carefully slice through each piece horizontally and then toast the untoasted side.

Blend the mackerel with the lemon juice and horseradish, before adding the cream and parsley.

Season to taste and serve with melba toasts.

This potted shrimp goes beautifully with some sliced wholemeal bread.

Don't forget the cayenne pepper!

Serves 6 people.

Melt the butter gently and then skim the white residue from the top.

Add the shrimp and white pepper and then a little salt to taste.

Warm through but do not boil.

Pour into a small ramekin, sprinkle with a little cayenne pepper and chill until firm.

Serve with slices of wholemeal bread.

Our chef Hannah Freeman shows you how to make these wonderful spreads.

Recipe Date: 29th May 2012.