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Zucchini & Pancetta Crescent Ring

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Delight in Zucchini & Pancetta Crescent Ring, a savory pastry with tender zucchini and crispy pancetta wrapped in a flaky crescent dough.

Cooking Method
Cuisine
Courses
Difficulty Intermediate
Time
Prep Time: 45 mins Cook Time: 60 mins Rest Time: 5 mins Total Time: 1 hr 50 mins
Cooking Temp 200  C
Servings 3
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Ingredients
  • 4-5 Zucchini
  • 90g/3.2oz Pancetta (Dolce)
  • 150g/5.3oz Cream Cheese (Soft Spreadable)
  • 30 Basil Leaves
  • 1 Clove Garlic
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Sesame Seeds
  • 2 Rectangular Puff Pastry Sheets
Method

  1. In a food processor blend the basil with the garlic and some olive oil and set aside.

  2. Cut the courgettes into cubes and fry them in a little olive oil for about 10 minutes.

  3. Add the prepared pesto and pancetta and remove from heat.

  4. Cut the puff pastry into 12 triangles. Arrange the triangles on a baking sheet overlapping the edges in the form of a circle.

  5. Arrange the zucchini filling on the top of the pastry. Top with tablespoons of cream cheese and fold over the pastry tucking it underneath in the center.

  6. Brush the top of the pastry with beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

  7. Bake in oven 200C/400F for about 1 hour or until pastry is cooked and golden on top.

  8. Enjoy!

Read it online: https://lollyskitchen.com.mt/recipe/zucchini-pancetta-cheese-ring-pie/