Courgette And Asparagus Parcels -

Courgette And Asparagus Parcels

To appreciate the aroma, these paper parcels should be broken open at the table.

Ingredients

2 medium courgettes
1 medium leek
225g/8oz young asparagus, trimmed
4 tarragon sprigs
4 whole garlic cloves, unpeeled
1 egg, beaten, to glaze
Salt and black pepper

Details

Serves: 4

Method

Preheat the oven to 200°C/400°F/Gas 6. Using a potato peeler, care­fully slice the courgettes lengthways into thin strips.

Cut the leek into very fine julienne strips and cut the asparagus evenly into 5cm/2in lengths.

Cut out four sheets of greaseproof paper measuring 30 x 38cm/12 x 15in and fold in half. Draw a large curve to make a heart shape when unfolded. Cut along the inside of the line and open out.

Divide the courgettes, asparagus and leek evenly between each paper heart, positioning the filling on one side of the fold line, and topping each with a sprig of tarragon and an unpeeled garlic clove. Season to taste.

Brush the edges lightly with the beaten egg and fold over.

Twist the edges together so that each parcel is completely sealed. Lay the parcels on a baking sheet and cook for 10 minutes. Serve immediately.

COOK'S TIP:- Experiment with other vegetable combinations, if you like.

NUTRITION NOTES Per portion:- Energy 110Kcals/460kj, Protein 6.22g, Fat 2.29g, Saturated Fat 0.49g, Fibre 6.73g

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• Vegetable and Vegetarian Dishes