Halloumi with Chili

One of my favorite cheeses to entertain with.  Halloumi.  The cheese you can grill, pan fry or bake and it won't turn into fondue.
This is one of Nigella Lawson's recipes.  She gives exact measurements but I think it's cool to add what you want with this one.  It's so simple it doesn't need to be exact.

Halloumi with Chili

Halloumi, cut into 1/4 inch slices
1-2 tbsp Fresh Chili, finely chopped
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Fresh Lemon

Pan fry the Halloumi in a dry non stick pan, over medium heat for 1-2 minutes per side, or until each side it golden.  Alternatively, you can grill the cheese.
Place it on a platter, sprinkle with the Chili, drizzle with the olive oil and spritz with a little fresh lemon.

Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus with Parmesan and Basil

HELLO SPRING!  Where have you been all of my life, or at least the last month?!  I think I can speak for everyone...Thanks for showing up you sexy SOB.
Anyhow, with Spring comes Asparagus, speaking of sexy.  Long, gorgeous and delicious.  Wrapped in salty Prosciutto with a sprinkle of Parmesan and a burst of freshness from the Basil.  This is reminiscent of an appetizer I blogged a couple of years ago but with a couple extra ingredients and served as a side dish. Bake it or grill it....you'll love it.
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Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus with Parmesan and Basil

Serves 4

1 bunch of Asparagus, ends trimmed
4 slices of Prosciutto
1/4 cup Parmesan, freshly grated
4 Basil leaves
Olive Oil
Lemon, optional

Preheat the oven or grill to 400F.
Lay a piece of Prosciutto down, sprinkle a scant tbsp of cheese over the meat and a Basil leaf on top of that.  Lay the Asparagus down and wrap the Prosciutto around it.  Drizzle a little oil over them.
Grill or Bake for 7-10 minutes, making sure not to overcook them.  The asparagus should still be tender crisp.  Sprinkle with any remaining cheese and squeeze a little fresh Lemon juice over top just before serving, if you're so inclined.