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  • Balsamic Strawberry and Parma Ham Crostinis

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    Balsamic Strawberry and Parma Ham Crostinis Image and Recipe Seasonal Berries (www.seasonalberries.co.uk)

    These little appetisers are versatile enough to be served at any occasion. They’re easy to put together, so try getting the kids involved.

    Balsamic Strawberry and Parma Ham Crostinis

    Yield: Makes 16

    Ingredients

    • 100g / 4oz strawberries
    • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
    • 1 tsp caster sugar
    • Ground black pepper
    • 16 crostini toasts
    • 75g / 3oz cream cheese
    • 75g / 3oz Parma ham
    • A few chives to garnish

    Method

    1. Wipe the strawberries, remove the hulls and thickly slice. Place them in a small bowl. Sprinkle over the balsamic vinegar and sugar. Allow to marinate for 1 hour at room temperature then season with black pepper.
    2. Arrange the crostinis on a large serving plate. Top each with a little cream cheese, then a slice of parma ham.
    3. Place a marinated strawberry half on top and garnish with chives.

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