PRAWNS (WITH 'SWANS') IN FILO PASTRY

I have created a habit, especially after a long working day, of googling the combination of ingredients I find in my kitchen cupboards, fridge and freezer and see if the result looks appealing, is fast to make, and most of all, if I can get away with not having to rush to the shops to join the late check-out queues... And maybe even more important, if what I find will make that last minute effort not too obvious at the dinner table, where all food is supposed to be 'made with love', even if it was a total craze for me to get it on the table, and I look like I just came out of a storm, albeit with a wide and proud smile on my face... And how appealing these did look! Well, anything wrapped in, or layered between 

FETA CHEESE AND HERB STRUDELS

These Strudels are different from the usual Feta & Spinach Strudels as they are filled only with Feta, parsley and chives, and also they are small, individual Strudels. The taste and aroma of the two herbs perfectly compliment the cheese and keep the Strudels light and fresh, but at the same time add tremendous flavour.

They are so easy and quick to make and bring home a taste of holiday, summer and sun even without leaving home.

I would normally calculate two to three Strudels per person as a main dish, or one as a starter, served with a simple tomato salad made with olive oil, balsamic vinegar and red onions. We tend to take the Strudels and salad together on our plates rather than on two separate plates, and this way the vinaigrette becomes a perfect dipping sauce for the Strudels...  must be tried to be appreciated...  :-)

BEAN, POTATO, TUNA AND EGG SALAD

This is an Italian salad ('Insalata di Fagiolini, Patate, Tonno e Uova') we make quite often in the summer - but be warned, it's not one for the faint-hearted (well faint-nosed in this case). Beans, tuna, eggs and onions, four ingredients strong in taste and smell, and the combination works exceptionally well, especially with the potatoes as a neutral foundation and bringing all ingredients together. A fantastic fresh and cool summer lunch or evening meal with tons of textures and flavours.