Parsley and Basil Crepes with Stretchy Mozzarella and Cooked Ham

 Crepes are a French culinary delight that can be prepared in many different ways. Today, I present to you a surprising variation: parsley and basil crepes filled with soft, stretchy mozzarella and savory cooked ham. This combination of fresh herbs and salty ingredients will make your crepes a triumph of flavor. It's a versatile dish, perfect for a hearty breakfast, brunch, or special dinner. Get ready to delight your taste buds with these extraordinary crepes!

Ingredients:

 

For the crepes:

- 150g flour

- 2 eggs

- 300ml milk

- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley

- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil

- A pinch of salt

- 1 tablespoon melted butter (for greasing the pan)

 

For the filling:

- 200g sliced or diced mozzarella

- 150g sliced cooked ham

 

Instructions:

1. Start by preparing the crepe batter. In a bowl, sift the flour and add the eggs. Mix well with a whisk until you have a smooth mixture.

2. Gradually add the milk to the egg and flour mixture, continuing to whisk vigorously to avoid lumps. Make sure to incorporate all the milk until you have a smooth and liquid consistency.

3. Add the finely chopped parsley and basil to the batter and mix well to evenly distribute the herbs.

4. Add a pinch of salt and mix again to combine the ingredients.

5. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and lightly grease the surface with melted butter. Ensure that the pan is well heated before pouring the batter.

6. Pour a ladleful of batter into the pan, gently tilting it to evenly distribute the batter. Cook the crepe for about 1-2 minutes on each side until it turns golden and slightly crispy.

7. Repeat the process with the remaining batter, adding melted butter each time you grease the pan.

8. Once all the crepes are cooked, proceed to fill each of them. Place some mozzarella slices on the bottom half of each crepe and add one or two slices of cooked ham on top of the mozzarella.

9. Fold the crepes in half or roll them gently to enclose the mozzarella and ham inside.

10. If you prefer a more elegant presentation, you can fold the crepes in half again or roll them into a cone shape.

11. Repeat the process with all the crepes until you have filled all of them.

12. At this point, you can serve the crepes hot as they are, or you can transfer them to a baking dish and place them in a preheated oven at 180°C for about 5 minutes, just to melt the mozzarella and make the filling even creamier.

13. Once ready, garnish the crepes with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or basil leaves for a touch of freshness and color.

14. The parsley and basil crepes with stretchy mozzarella and cooked ham are ready to be enjoyed! Serve them hot as a main dish or as a delicious appetizer.

Enjoy your meal!❤️