The chef’s advice: 2 delicious appetizers for Christmas dinner

Garland of mozzarella, tomato, pesto and Brie puff: easy and delicious suggestions to welcome your guests.

Starters are excellent allies for entertainment and should not be missing from Christmas dinner either. I always make a few different options for everyone to eat and have a drink with before serving the main meal. Below are two delicious recipes to replicate at home.

Tomato mozzarella garland with pesto sauce

Ingredients

• cherry tomato
• Buffalo mozzarella
• 2 cups basil leaves
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons ice water
• 1 small clove of garlic
• 1 tablespoon almonds
• Salt
• 2 tablespoons grated parmesan

Preparation method

Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and place half of the new mozzarella in the center of the cherry tomatoes inserted on a toothpick. Like a sandwich. Place the basil, water, olive oil, garlic, almonds, grated cheese and salt if necessary in a blender or food processor. Blend everything until it becomes a smooth sauce. While assembling, place the sauce in a round bowl and place it in the center. Arrange the sticks with the tomato and cheese around them. Serve very cold.

Brie puff cheese

Another appetizer that is a huge hit every time I serve it is puffed brie. It’s warm, crunchy and you can add jelly and nuts.

Ingredients

• a closed piece of brie cheese (cannot be the cheese slice)
• Laminated puff pastry
• Egg yolk
• Assorted chestnuts
• Honey

Preparation method

Wrap the cheese in the puff pastry leaving the top with an opening. Brush an egg yolk and place in the fridge for about 30 minutes. With the oven preheated to 180°C, cook until the dough is golden. It is important to let it brown well so that the mixture is completely cooked. To serve, place the chestnuts on top and pour in the honey. Serve very hot.

Source: Terra

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