Filo Parcel Stuffed with Asparagus and Isle of Man Oak Smoked Mature Cheddar Cheese

Serves 4

Ingredients

• 200g fresh asparagus
• 50g melted butter
• 80-100g filo pastry
• 150g grated Isle of Man Oak Smoked Mature Cheddar Cheese

Method

1. Peel the asparagus from halfway, trim the base.
2. Remove and place into iced cold water.
3. Unwrap the filo pastry and layer two pieces together brushing each with a little melted butter.
4. Top the asparagus with grated Oak Smoked Mature Cheddar Cheese.
5. Butter the filo and gather all the edges to the middle to make a ‘purse’ shape.
6. Place all 8 parcels onto a lightly oiled baking tray and bake in a medium/hot oven for 6-8 minutes, serve when golden brown.
7. Can be served on a rich tomato sauce.