How to Make Asparagus Rolls The Victorian Way

Buy your copy of our Victorian Way cookery book: Mrs Crocombe is back She s been busy preparing an unusual recipe using one of her favourite vegetables: asparagus. Asparagus grows naturally between April and June, but at Audley End House, they like to extend the season and enjoy this delicate vegetable all year round. English Heritage is a charity that cares for over 400 historic buildings, monuments and sites. Find out how you can support our work here: Visit Audley End House and Gardens for yourself: INGREDIENTS For the Water Milk 250g Flour 7g Yeast 1tbsp Lard A generous pinch of salt For the 5060 asparagus spears, preferably slender 300ml, pint whole milk 2 egg yolks A pinch of nutmeg Cayenne pepper Freshly ground black pepper Grated parmesan cheese 2 tsp corn flour (optional) to stabilise ME