Celebrate the FIFA Football World Cup with sharing plates to feed a crowd

Lacking inspiration for what to feed your guests as you watch the big games during the month-long FIFA World Cup?

Well, we’ve got it sorted with incredible crowd-pleasing platters that can be made-ahead, meaning you get to enjoy the action as well.

Roar at the television this month, in total confidence that your stomach won’t be rumbling in the background.

So, what are you waiting for? get the invites out to your friends and family. You got this!

Veggie platters

Big match crowd-pleasing buffalo cauliflower is not only a healthy alternative to the usual popcorn chicken, it's also great for any vegetarians and vegans in the gang.

This veggie take on an all-American classic is excellent finger food. Swing your wing around in joy at a goal scored, or dip it in delicious ranch dressing.

Pair it with flat plates of peeled, sliced and chopped fresh carrots, cucumber and red pepper, all served up with deep-purple, tasty beetroot hummus. It's a fab way to fill up but not overload on calories or bad fats and cholesterol.

Easy-peasy cheese board

A cheese board is a welcome addition to any party, gathering, or snack table.

It’s easier than you might think to pull together a crowd-pleasing cheese platter, using only a few kitchen staples and familiar ingredients.

Pick 2-3 cheeses, a handful of different crackers, some grapes, pickles and olives, and a little dish for some sweet pickle or mustard.

Just a quick "click" and Choithrams.com can have everything at your door, and don't forget the fresh bread.

Giant pasta bake

It's easy to make, quick to prepare and will feed the 5,000 in one simple swoop.

Whether following a recipe or just using up all the leftovers in the fridge from last night, there are very few rules when it comes to a pasta bake.

Follow these simple steps and you'll be heading for a winner!

1. Cook some pasta twirls, shells or penne as per the instructions on the packet.
2. Chop and fry any veggies, leftover meat, with a freshly-chopped onion and clove of garlic.
3. Throw the pasta and veggies in a baking dish and cover with a tin (or two depending on size) of a soup of your choice. We love Baxters Potato & Leek.
4. Generously sprinkle grated cheese on top and bake in the over for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and the top slightly browned.