Loading Search Bar...
READY IN
25 mins
Asparagus, Pancetta and Puff Pastry Parcels Recipe

Asparagus, Pancetta and Puff Pastry Parcels

Graham

Recipe by  

You'll love these little bundles of springtime - bundles of asparagus, pancetta, parmesan cheese and puff pastry make this a super simple appetizer. These little parcels are super simple. Nothing complicated here. All you need is some store-bought frozen puff pastry, fresh asparagus, pancetta, parmesan cheese, and a little olive oil. Feel free to use bacon or even thin deli ham in place of the pancetta if you prefer. And if you've got a different cheese in the fridge you'd rather use up, be my guest. Simplicity is the name of the game here! These tasty parcels make a perfect appetizer, light lunch or side dish.

      Preparation Time: 10 Minutes

      Cooking Time: 15 Minutes

Ingredients for Asparagus, Pancetta and Puff Pastry Parcels

If you are not familiar with any ingredients, please check our International Cooking Terms page.
US Imperial Measurements  UK Imperial Measurements  Metric Measurements

Currently displaying quantities in US Imperial Measurements
to serve 4:
8 oz
(about 25 sticks) young asparagus
1 oz
parmesan cheese, grated or thin sliced
2 oz
(about 8 thin slices) pancetta
1 sheet
puff pastry
1 tablespoon
olive oil
 
salt and pepper
1 large
egg (+ 1 tablespoon water, for egg wash)

 

How to Cook Asparagus, Pancetta and Puff Pastry Parcels

  1. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry and cut into 8 squares of about 6" (15cm) on each side. Remove the woody ends from the asparagus coat in olive oil and sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. To make the bundles, take a square of puff pastry and brush with egg wash. Place a slice of pancetta on the pastry square, followed by 3-4 stalks of asparagus (depending on their size) and finish with parmesan cheese. Wrap the pancetta around the asparagus, then wrap the whole contents with the puff pastry. Make sure the puff pastry overlaps and press together to seal. Brush the puff pastry with more egg wash then place the parcels on a sheet pan with parchment paper. Cook in a preheated hot oven (Mk 7 - 425ºF - 220ºC) until the pastry is golden and puffed, about 12 minutes. Serve immediately (2 per person).


Graham GRAHAM'S HOT TIP:
You can substitute bacon or deli ham for the pancetta, if desired.
 
Print Kitchen-Friendly View

Your Rating

Click to rate this recipe 'Hate It'Click to rate this recipe 'Didn't Like It'Click to rate this recipe 'Not Bad'Click to rate this recipe 'Liked It'Click to rate this recipe 'Loved It'
(click a star to select)

Your Review
(Max. 1000 characters) ....  characters left.


 Reviewer Logout
QUICK RATING
Please help us to provide the recipes you want by rating this recipe for content, clarity, originality or any other criteria that matter to you. Just select the relevant icon and then click...


Divine

Lovely

S'okay!

Hmmm!

C'mon!

Yaach!

Thank You... your feedback is important to us.
 
 

What To Eat Tonight

158 Recipes for Entertaining
158 Recipes for Entertaining

That moment when you decide to invite friends, relatives or you boss and partner to dinner and you know you need to turn up the originality.

305 Snacks and Light Meals
305 Snacks and Light Meals

You need something quick or light or both. What do you do? You turn to our choice of snacks and light meals and select the one you like.

76 Easy Beef Dinners
76 Easy Beef Dinners

Beef and Veal are so versatile, yet can be easily spoiled by using the wrong recipe. We offer you lots of really delicious options.

Other Vegetables Recipes

Sweetcorn Fritters
Sweetcorn Fritters

These simple Sweetcorn Fritters make a hearty brunch, supper or snack with some crisp bacon, tomato ketchup and thick cut buttered bread.

Aligot à l'ancienne
Aligot à l'ancienne

Aligot à l'ancienne is a dish traditionally made in L'Aubrac region of France. It tastes good and makes a great talking point when you have gue

Harabhara Kabab
Harabhara Kabab

Harabhara Kabab (sometimes written Hara Bara) is an improvisation of the better known minced lamb Kebaba, suitable for Vegetarians and Vegans.

 

 
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED © 2024 NeedARecipe.com
By accessing this site, you agree to our Terms and Conditions. Please read them.
up