Asparagus, mozzarella & prosciutto parcels

Asparagus, mozzarella & prosciutto parcels

Try this simple, but smart, starter using English asparagus

Difficulty and servings

Easy

Preparation and cooking times

Total time

Ready in 20 minutes, plus setting

Method

  1. Blanch the asparagus for 2 minutes then refresh under cold water. Cut each mozzarella slice in half and sit both pieces on top of 2 spears of asparagus. Top with 2 more spears then wrap the asparagus in prosciutto so the mozzarella is enclosed (you will need 2 or 3 strips).
  2. Heat a little olive oil in a pan, then carefully fry the parcels until the prosciutto has crisped and the mozzarella oozes.
  3. Whisk together the olive oil and vinegar and add the basil. Serve each parcel with salad leaves and a little dressing drizzled over.

231 kcalories, protein 14g, carbohydrate 2.2g, fat 18.5 g, saturated fat 6.4g, fibre 1.7g, salt 0.97 g

Recipe from olive magazine, May 2007.

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  • 22 August 2011

    Ginny commented on this recipe

    Excellent! impressed my guests no end. Easy to do, prepared earlier.

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  • 30 September 2011

    Kirstytev commented on this recipe

    Could you use parma ham in place of proscuitto?

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  • 16 October 2011

    cath34980 rated this recipe

    4 stars

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  • 21 October 2011

    Anna rated and commented on this recipe

    4 stars

    Better with a more flavoursome cheese.

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  • 22 November 2011

    alliei80 rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    Very quick to make but looks quite fancy. I used pancetta as that was what I had but it still worked well and had a lovely flavour.

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  • 25 November 2011

    corrinamoore rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    Really nice, very simple - I put mine in the oven to cook, as it made timings easier with my guests. Delicious.

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  • 29 November 2011

    lexi commented on this recipe

    This is so easy and so so tasty. I have made this numerous times now and every time i get positive feedback... from my kids too! Definately recommend this.

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  • 20 December 2011

    Ginny rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    Excellent starter. Had for a dinner party and will now do again for New Year meal.

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  • 28 December 2011

    sophiesweetie8 commented on this recipe

    how many servings does this recipe make?

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  • 31 December 2011

    Cambridge Ladybird rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    These were really simple to make and looked quite impressive, I also made them in the morning and then fried them just before serving which is also handy when hosting a dinner party. Will definately be making these again!

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  • 08 January 2012

    Hopeless cook rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    These were really easy - very impressive and tasted divine. Ive just cooked this for 10 girlfriends and they were all very complimentary and gave me back clean plates - speaks volumes.

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  • 27 January 2012

    Happyjacs commented on this recipe

    Fantastic starter! Have used quite a few times very impressive presentation and so easy to prepare in advance and heat when ready to eat. Yummy!

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  • 06 February 2012

    LisaVB rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    Amazing for a dinner party, easy to prepare ahead, delicious and looks very smart too!!

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  • 23 February 2012

    colmac rated this recipe

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  • 04 March 2012

    Sut34 rated this recipe

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  • 03 April 2012

    Auntymable rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    Very easy and simply delicious.

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  • 09 April 2012

    Monica commented on this recipe

    Can I cooked them in the oven instead ? how long ?

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  • 20 April 2012

    ailsa rated and commented on this recipe

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    Really lovely starter with the advantage of being prepared in advance. Follow it with salmon in a parsley and Parmesan crust and you can enjoy longer chatting to your pals before dinner.

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  • 28 April 2012

    Jane commented on this recipe

    Lovely starter, so easy, I baked in the oven and then added a drizzle of olive oil and balsamic vinegar to the roasting tray to pour over, have also tried with blue cheese but was a little salty, maybe try with a brie next time! Ailsa- Can I have your recipe for the salmon, please x

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  • 19 May 2012

    HoneyBunch rated and commented on this recipe

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    So good last week made it again last eve..works well cooking in advance and warming to serve! Both dinner parties for 12 - guests were v complimentary and combination of flavours are delicious..

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Difficulty and servings

Easy

Preparation and cooking times

Total time

Ready in 20 minutes, plus setting

Ingredients

  • 16 asparagus spears, trimmed
  • 125g ball mozzarella , sliced into 4
  • 8-12 slices prosciutto
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • a small bunch basil , finely shredded
  • salad leaves to serve
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231 kcalories, protein 14g, carbohydrate 2.2g, fat 18.5 g, saturated fat 6.4g, fibre 1.7g, salt 0.97 g

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