Panzarotti (Fried Cheese Filled Crescents) Recipe
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 2Â 1/4 c. All-purpose flour
- 1/4 c. Plus
- 3 Tbsp. Butter
- Â Â Salt
- 1 x Egg yolk
- 4 ounce Mozzarella
- 3 ounce Cooked ham
- 2 x Large eggs
- 1/2 c. Grated Parmesan cheese
- Â Â Healthy pinch of nutmeg
- 2 Tbsp. Minced parsley
- 2 x Large eggs, beaten
- Â Â Oil for frying
Directions
- Sift the flour into a mound, make a well in the center and add in the butter, cut into pcs, a healthy pinch of salt and an egg yolk. Mix together, kneading and gradually adding sufficient water to obtain a smooth elastic dough.
- Shape into a ball, cover and leave to stand in a cold place for at least 1/2 hour. Roll out, folding the dough over on to itself a few times, as if making flaky pastry, then roll out into a thin sheet. Cut into circles about 3 inches in diameter. Dice the Mozzarella, cut the ham into pcs and place in a bowl with the 2 whole Large eggs, grated Parmesan, healthy pinch of nutmeg and minced parsley. Mix well, then spoon a little into the center of each circle. Brush the edges with beaten egg, fold over and press gently. Heat plenty of oil in a skillet. When warm, dip the crescents in beaten egg and then fry, a few at a time, till golden and puffed up. Drain well on paper towles and serve piping warm.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 194g | |
| Recipe makes 4 servings | |
| Calories 571 | |
| Calories from Fat 225 | 39% |
| Total Fat 25.46g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat 13.36g | 53% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 280mg | 93% |
| Sodium 759mg | 32% |
| Potassium 249mg | 7% |
| Total Carbs 55.43g | 15% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.0g | 7% |
| Sugars 1.0g | 1% |
| Protein 28.41g | 45% |
