Asparagus wrapped in layers of Parma ham, pesto, garlicky cheeses, and a light filo pastry- delicious.
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 200°C.
- Wrap the asparagus in Parma ham.
- Mix together the ricotta, parmesan and mozzarella cheese with the pesto and garlic. Season with cayenne pepper, salt and freshly ground black pepper. Divide the mixture into 12 portions.
- Make one parcel at a time, lay a sheet of filo pastry onto a clean, flat work surface. Brush with melted butter, fold it in half lengthways, and brush with butter again.
- Make a line of the cheese mixture the length of asparagus. Place the asparagus onto the cheese mixture and then roll the pastry up, leaving the tip exposed.
- Brush with butter, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and continue until you have rolled all 12.
- Place in a baking sheet and bake till golden, about 15 minutes.
- Serve warm on individual boards/plates with a salad of mixed leaves dressed with a lemon vinaigrette.
Tip: The Parma ham may be substituted with smoked beef or turkey.
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Overall Rating:
4.60
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