We are at the last end of 2021, and it is time to celebrate. Light up the braai, get over some friends and serve them with platters of goodies for all tastes. These entertainment cheats are easy and fun to do for the whole family.
Mini Sausage Rolls 
Wow your guests with these super quick and tasty sausage rolls. Serve with chutney or mayo for a dip and go.
Serves: 12 | Prep Time: 15mins | Cooking Time: 20 mins
Ingredients
- 500gm Boerewors (from your local butcher or supermarket)
- 100 gm Chopped Coriander
- 100gm Chopped Parsley
- 100 gm Bacon cut into small pieces
- 100gm Cheddar Cheese cut in small cubes
- 1 tbs Garlic minced
- 1 pack puff pastry (defrosted)
- 1 egg whisked lightly with a fork
- Sesame seeds (optional)
Method
- 1. Preheat the oven to 180°C
- 2. Take the Boerewors and using kitchen scissors, cut the casing off the sausage so you only have the mincemeat
- 3. In a mixing bowl, add the mince, coriander, parsley, bacon, cheese and garlic
- 4. On a chopping board, dust a bit of flour and roll open the puff pastry
- 5. Using a sharp knife, cut the pastry into rectangles of approximately 4cm x 8cm (this will be to wrap the mince in)
- 6. Roll your mince mixture into small sausages, be careful not to compress it too much. The pastry should be able to wrap around the sausage with enough lapping over to pinch it closed
- 7. With the seam down, place it on a baking tray
- 8. Brush with egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds
- 9. Bake for 20 min till pastry is golden
Roasted Herb Nuts 
A real crowd-pleaser and so easy to do. Roast upfront and keep in a bowl for an unexpected guest or that last-minute craving
Prep Time: 15 mins
Ingredients
- 200gm Mixed nuts
- 3 tbs Olive Oil
- 2 tsp Castor Sugar
- 2 tsp Smoked Paprika
- 1 tsp Fine Salt
- 1 tsp Fine Black Pepper
- 2 tsp Fresh Rosemary (removed from the stalk)
- 1 tsp Fresh thyme leaves
Method
- 1. Preheat the oven to 180°C
- 2. Place all ingredients in a bowl and toss well
- 3. Place on a baking tray and make sure they are spread into one layer
- 4. Bake for 10 – 15 minutes
- 5. Let them cool and garnish with rosemary
- 6. Keep in an airtight container for up to one week
4 Ingredient Cheese Sticks 
The quickest easiest entertainment snack you will ever need!
Serves: 12 | Prep Time: 10 mins | Cooking Time: 20mins
Ingredients
- 1 pack Puff Pastry
- 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan
- 1/2 cup Cheddar Cheese
- 1/2 tsp Cayenne Pepper
Method
- 1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees
- 2. On a chopping board, dust a bit of flour and roll open the puff pastry
- 3. Sprinkle the cheese and cayenne pepper over the entire surface
- 4. Using a sharp knife, cut into 1,5cm strips vertically
- 5. Cut in half across the horizontal line
- 6. Carefully take each strip and twist it once or twice
- 7. Place on a baking tray and bake for 20 mins till golden
- 8. Let them cool and serve
