Name: Capsicum, haloumi and basil parcels
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 4 red capsicum; 200 gram haloumi, cut into 4 slices; 1/3 cup (80g) olive tapenade; 1/4 cup basil leaves; grated rind and juice of 1 lemon

Capsicum, haloumi and basil parcels

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Serves 4

Prep

15M

Cook

30M

Total

45M

Ingredients

4 red capsicum

200 gram haloumi, cut into 4 slices

1/3 cup (80g) olive tapenade

1/4 cup basil leaves

grated rind and juice of 1 lemon

Method

1.Preheat barbecue on high. Cook capsicum on grill plate for 15-20 minutes, turning frequently, until skin blackens and blisters, and flesh is tender. Place in a plastic bag. Set aside to cool. Scrape away skin. Cut each in half lengthways. Remove seeds and membrane.

2.Place a haloumi slice on a capsicum half. Top with one-quarter of tapenade, basil leaves and lemon rind. Cover with another capsicum half and secure with string. Repeat to make four parcels.

3.Cook on grill plate on medium heat for 3-5 minutes each side, until cheese begins to melt. Drizzle with lemon juice and serve immediately.

Soak kitchen string in water for 20 minutes before using so it doesn’t burn on the barbecue.
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