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Looking for a starter to make for 16 people. has to be fish free, and lactose free and something cold (makes things easier for me). any ideas anyone?
 
Go retro with melon and parma ham! ;)
 
I was thinking that too. but i had it at christmas and seems that is what everyone gives to a non fish eater.
 
I can see why you are finding it difficult without fish or lactose (which rules out cheese i guess) and cold.
 
How about topping some crostini with garlic sauteed mushrooms and melting lactose free cheese over the top under the grill?

(ps...I know you said cold but these take very little prep at all :) )
 
gumbo-67 said:
Looking for a starter to make for 16 people. has to be fish free, and lactose free and something cold (makes things easier for me). any ideas anyone?
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Jelly? Oh, for a starter. Er, Gazpacho soup?
 
has to be cold because i am cooking full on roast turkey/beef dinner. Jamie Mozzarella is out sorry to say but the antipasti is sounding like shot at the moment.

We are having a late family Christmas dinner you see. cheating and having a type of Eaton mess for desert using either lacto free cream or soya cream..

Thank you everyone for taking the time to answer.
 
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has to be cold because i am cooking full on roast turkey/beef dinner. Jamie Mozzarella is out sorry to say but the antipasti is sounding like shot at the moment.

We are having a late family Christmas dinner you see. cheating and having a type of Eaton mess for desert using either lacto free cream or soya cream..

Thank you everyone for taking the time to answer.
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whats wrong with tomato soup? Thats what I did for my starter on christmas day whilst doing turkey and ham and all the trimings. It's easy, open the packet, and warm it on the hob for 5 mins
 
Thats the problem Joe the packet! most if not all contain milk. but i could make one now that could work..
 
Pate?
 
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Thats the problem Joe the packet! most if not all contain milk. but i could make one now that could work..
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the good thing about soup is how easy it is to serve - takes minutes to just pour some in a bowl, no cutting, spreading etc
 
most shop bought pate has butter in again something i could make.
 
Buffalo mozzarella is usually fine for people who suffer lactose intolerance.
 
Jamie i know and i am thinking about it. just she is so funny now as people have tried to convince her that it is Buffalo and it isn't if you see what i mean.
 
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Thats the problem Joe the packet! most if not all contain milk. but i could make one now that could work..
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Google Delias roasted tomato soup, you can make it before and just heat it up on the day, It's truly delicious :D
 
What about a cold Bruschetta Terri.

lightly toast the bread under the grill while you get the ready made salsa topping out of the fridge, served with some salad. sorted :thumbs:


and it's light enough before a big roast :)
 
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some really good ideas thanks everyone. going to write up a short list and have a think.
 
How about homemade humus and pitta?

It is very easy to make and can be done the night before and kept in the 'fridge.

Dave
 
Dave thank you another to the list. my brain just got stuck for some reason.
 
Gazpacho. Easy to prepare with fresh veg & tomato's, and makes a nice refreshing starter, unless a guest suffers from acid reflux?

And with regards to lactose free option, you do know that most hard or aged cheeses do not contain lactose and can be eaten with abandon by those who are intolerant? I am lactose intolerant yet have no problems with hard or aged cheeses, but yoghurt & ice cream kill me.
 
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Chicken satay sticks
 
Homemade paté?

Of the suggestions so far, antipasti would be my choice. See if Sainsbury's still have the special offers on for the packs of mixed AP...
 
Satay sticks out as having turkey for main. Nod i think i am going to go down that road. and A. Has said she will go with the Buffalo Mozzarella as long i buy it as i won't try and con her.

thank you again everyone.
 
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Jamie i know and i am thinking about it. just she is so funny now as people have tried to convince her that it is Buffalo and it isn't if you see what i mean.
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What she thinks it buffalo meat not there milk?
 
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knowing her yes. she is daft at times

and mark, funny not.
 
Winalot :)
 
Has your lactose intolerant diner tried lactase tablets from Holland and Barratt? Mrs AndrewC has recently become lactose intolerant attributed as being a side effect to medication, and has found these to be a good backup plan.

Lots of shop bought soups have cream or milk in them, as do most pates.

Since I've had to read a lot of ingredients packets, its surprising what has to be ruled out.
 
Bed of rocket with cracked black pepper and olive oil
Round of puff pastry, precooked (prick the centres to stop them from rising) with caramelised red onion chutney in the centre, topped with bacon and goat's cheese. Works great without the cheese too.

Always goes down a treat.
 
Scotch egg salad
 
andrewc said:
Has your lactose intolerant diner tried lactase tablets from Holland and Barratt? Mrs AndrewC has recently become lactose intolerant attributed as being a side effect to medication, and has found these to be a good backup plan.

Lots of shop bought soups have cream or milk in them, as do most pates.

Since I've had to read a lot of ingredients packets, its surprising what has to be ruled out.
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She is not allowed to take them we have looked at them but had to check but thank you for asking and yes nearly everything has milk in. even chicken if you go to TGI fridays..
 
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