Ham and Cheese Puff with Asparagus
These delicious asparagus, ham and cheese puffs are a snap to make and are sure to impress your friends and family!
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 375g / 13oz puff pastry
- 6 slices ham
- 6 slices cheese such as Cheddar
- 18 spears asparagus optional
- 1 egg beaten
- 1 tsp poppy seeds
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200C/400F. On a floured surface roll out the puff pastry into a 1/4 inch thick rectangle. Then cut into 6 equal size squares. Lay down slices of ham (they might need to be cut down to size) diagonally (see photos for reference), then 3 asparagus spears per pastry and top with a slice of cheese or 2 tbsp of grated cheese.
- Bring one corner of the puff pastry over and brush the tip of it with a beaten egg, then fold the opposite corner, so it overlaps, press down with a fork to seal. Arrange on a parchment lined baking sheet 2 inches apart, brush the top of the pastries with a beaten egg and sprinkle with a mixture poppy and sesame seeds. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden. Best served fresh.
Nutrition
Calories: 534kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 637mg | Potassium: 153mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 343IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 224mg | Iron: 2mg