Season's celebrations - Christmas cookery recipes

Ebony, Dec, 1997 by Charlotte Lyons

Now that we are in the midst of the holiday season, celebrations are bringing family and friends together in the spirit of the season. You can create holiday cheer in the kitchen or spread it throughout the house in the form of decorations, but don't forget the real meaning of the season.

To help you get the most out of this holiday season, try some of these recipes and enjoy some delicious creations.

SHRIMP TARTLET APPETIZERS

1 1/2 cups chopped, cooked shrimp,
rinsed and drained
2 hard-cooked eggs, finely chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
1/3 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
2 2-ounce packages mini fillo pastry
shells (about 60 mini shells