Grilled Aubergine Parcels

Method

Cook the slices of aubergine in boiling salted water for 2 minutes. Drain and dry on kitchen paper.

Take 2 aubergine slices and place on a flame proof tray in a cross pattern. Place a tomato slice in the center, season, add a slice of cheese, another basil leaf, another tomato slice and more seasoning.

Fold the ends of the aubergine slices up around the filling to make a parcel and turn upside down.

Repeat with the rest of the ingredients to make 8 parcels. Chill the parcels for 20 minutes.

To make the dressing, whisk together all the ingredients and season to taste.

Preheat the grill.

Brush the parcels with a little oil and cook for 5 minutes on each side.

Serve hot with the dressing, sprinkled with pine nuts, if using, and basil leaves.