A Simply Scrumptious Easter
Summary
Look for diverse ingredients that can be incorporated into a variety of spring recipes: a versatile cheese like Jarlsberg is easy to cook with, whether your menu features light or savory dishes, or a combination of the two.These tips and recipes from Chef George Duran, host of TLC’s “Ultimate Cake Off” and Food Network’s “Ham on the Street,” can help you prepare a scrumptious meal that lets you keep your attention where it belongs – on the festivities of the day.1sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed2cups Jarlsberg Cheese, shredded1pound asparagus1tablespoon olive oil1tablespoon fresh thyme leavessaltpepperHeat oven to 400 F. Prepare baking sheet with parchment paper.Trim bottoms of asparagus spears to fit crosswise inside pastry shell; arrange in single layer over cheese, alternating ends and tips.3/4cup milk2eggs1/4cup plain flour1 1/4cups cornmeal1tablespoon sugar3teaspoons baking powder4tablespoons softened butter1/2cup Jarlsberg Cheese, plus additionalcured ham, thinly sliced (optional)5tablespoons olive oil1pack fresh, flat-leaf parsley1garlic clove1/2cup walnuts1/4cup cashewssaltpepperHeat oven to 375 F. Whisk together milk and eggs.