Roasted plums in parmesan nests

Vanessa Lewis

Ingredients

4	Black Doris plums (Main)
2 Tbsp	Runny honey (Main)
125 g	Grated parmesan cheese (Main)
1 handful	Basil leaves, to serve

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 180C and line a baking tray with baking paper.
2. Stone and halve the plums then place them on the prepared baking tray.
3. Drizzle over the honey and grind over a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper.
4. Roast for about 20mins.
5. While the plums are roasting place a piece of baking paper on a paper plate or microwave-safe dinner plate.
6. Spread a small amount of grated or shredded Parmesan cheese into a circle on the baking paper.
7. Microwave on full power for about 25 to 35 seconds. The wafers should be lightly browned.
8. Let them cool slightly then drape over the underside of mini muffins tins to make the nests.
9. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Separate layers with wax paper.
10. When ready to serve place a price of the roasted plum in the Parmesan nest and top with a basil leaf.

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