2 x 125 g cans sardines in oil, drained, bones removed
125 g (4 oz) butter, softened
125 g (4 oz) low-fat soft cheese
3 tbsp lemon juice
black pepper
lemon twists and parsley sprigs, to garnish
Instructions
1
Purée the sardines, butter, cheese, and lemon juice in a food processor until almost smooth. Add pepper and more lemon juice to taste.
2
Divide the sardine mixture among eight small ramekins (or put into one large bowl) and level the surface. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
3
Serve chilled, garnished with lemon twists and parsley sprigs.
Prawn Pâté
1
Substitute 250 g (8 oz) cooked peeled prawns for the sardines.
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