Ingredients 2 large chicken breasts, skinned and flattened 2 oz melted butter 1 clove of garlic, crushed ½ tbsp fresh oregano 8 slices of Jamon Serrano Salt and freshly ground black pepper Method Flatten each chicken breast between two pieces of cling film Mix together the butter, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper and divide into two. Spread some over each of the chicken breasts. Lay 4 slices of Jamon Serrano on top and roll up each escalope, ensuring the sides are tucked in - … [Read more...]
Dwarfed Beans with Ham
May 10, 2007 By Leave a Comment
A light meal or side dish, these beans are simple but exceptionally tasty. Ingredients: Olive Oil 2 handfuls of Dwarf Beans, 2 tomatoes, diced 1 Onion, sliced 1 Clove Garlic 1 Slice of Jamon Serrano / Lonchego [or any you like] Method: Heat some olive oil in a pan, throw all the ingredients in and lightly fry for around ten minutes until beans are done to your liking. Season with Salt & freshly ground black pepper. Its that simple. … [Read more...]
Croquetas de jamon
February 19, 2007 By Leave a Comment
I first had Croquetas de Jamon when I was on holiday in Nerja, Spain - granted back then they were of the store bought frozen variety but my god they were so very good! They were filled with Jamon de Serrano, a wonderful cured Spanish Ham (one of their greatest exports in my humble opinion). We would have them with a simple tomato salad for lunch. The salad would be drizzled with olive oil, sherry vinega and a light dusting of salt and pepper. Good things sometimes are the most … [Read more...]
Ham & Eggs Baked
December 24, 2006 By Leave a Comment
Baked Eggs encased in good ham is a real favourite of mine - done simply on a morning with cursty warm bread. Or this slightly more hearty cheesy version for a light lunch of tea. They are always a welcomed favourite in our household. Ingredients 1 packet of good ham 4 Organic eggs Wedge of Cheddar Wedge of Parmesan 4 small cubes of butter [optional] Salt & Pepper Olive Oil Instructions Make 4 individual or one large. I prefer using 4 small individual dishes. Lightly … [Read more...]