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Asparagus and parmesan tarts

The British asparagus season starts in May and lasts six to eight weeks

Dish Details:


INGREDIENTS:

300g asparagus, trimmed and cooked in simmering water for two minutes
2 tbsp mascarpone, mixed with 3 tbsp grated parmesan
1 sheet of fresh or frozen puff pastry, cut into four
Olive oil
Parmesan shavings


PREPARATION:
1. Preheat the oven to 200C/fan 180C/Gas 6. Spread the mascarpone mix onto the pastry, leaving a 2cm border.

2. Lay a quarter of the asparagus on top of each. Drizzle with olive oil. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until crisp and golden. Sprinkle with parmesan shavings to serve.


PREP/COOK
INFORMATION:

Prep time: 40 minutes
Serves: 4

Source: BBC Good Homes magazine

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clock Quick & Easy: 30 minutes or less

heart Healthy Recipe: low fat and/or calories

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low-carb Low-Carb: low carbohydrates

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