Puff Pastries with Parmesan Cream and Speck Fillets

Here is the recipe for delicious classic puff pastries with parmesan cream and speck fillets, a dish that combines the Italian tradition of puff pastry with the rich flavors of parmesan cheese and speck.

Ingredients

• 1 roll of rectangular puff pastry
• 200 ml fresh cream
• 100 g grated parmesan
• 100 g speck fillets
• Nutmeg to taste
• Black pepper to taste
• Salt to taste

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 200 °C.
2. Roll out the puff pastry and cut it into squares or rectangles of your preferred size.
3. Place the puff pastry pieces on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and prick them lightly with a fork to prevent them from puffing up too much.
4. Bake the puff pastry for about 10-15 minutes or until golden and crispy.
5. While the pastry is baking, prepare the parmesan cream: pour the cream into a saucepan and heat over medium heat. Add the grated parmesan and let it melt completely, stirring continuously.
6. Season the cream with a grating of nutmeg, salt and black pepper to taste.
7. When the cream is smooth and homogeneous, remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes.
8. Once the pastries are ready, let them cool for a moment.
9. Spread the parmesan cream on the surface of the now cooled pastries.
10. Top each pastry with speck fillets arranged on the cream.

Trivia

Parmesan is one of the most famous and appreciated Italian cheeses in the world. Its production is regulated by a precise specification that guarantees its origin and quality. In this dish, the intense flavor of parmesan pairs perfectly with the smoky taste of speck, creating an irresistible and refined combination.