Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsRooster & the TillStarters Recipe

Starters Recipe

Inspired by Rooster & the Till
Time45m
Serves6

Small plates perfect for sharing.

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Ingredients

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Veggie Platter

Method

Veggie Platter

  1. 1

    Prepare Vegetables

    Wash and cut the carrots, celery, and cucumber into sticks. Arrange all vegetables on a large platter.

  2. 2

    Serve with Hummus

    Place a bowl of hummus in the center of the vegetable platter for dipping.

Bruschetta

  1. 3

    Toast the Baguette

    Slice the baguette into 1/2-inch thick slices. Brush both sides with olive oil and toast them under the broiler until golden brown.

  2. 4

    Prepare Topping

    In a bowl, mix diced tomatoes, chopped basil, minced garlic, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.

  3. 5

    Assemble Bruschetta

    Top each toasted baguette slice with the tomato mixture. Serve immediately.

Stuffed Mushrooms

  1. 6

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. 7

    Prepare Stuffing

    In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, chopped parsley, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.

  3. 8

    Stuff Mushrooms

    Fill each mushroom cap with the stuffing mixture and place them on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil.

  4. 9

    Bake

    Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until mushrooms are tender and the tops are golden.

  5. 10

    Serve Warm

    Allow to cool slightly before serving warm.

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