Crumpetizza el Día de Muertos

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Preparation: 20 minutes Serves: 6 crumpets
Cooking: 40 minutes Unbuttered crumpets
IngredientsQuantity (metric)Quantity (imperial)
Tomato sauce
Tinned plum tomatoes400 g14 oz
Garlic clove (finely chopped)11
Oregano (fresh if possible)1.5 tsp1.5 tsp
Basil (fresh, finely chopped)1.5 tsp1.5 tsp
Salt and pepperPlentyPlenty
Olive oil1 tbsp1 tbsp
Toppings
Mozzarella Cucina (firm) cheese200 g7 oz
Sliced chorizo12 slices12 slices
Sliced black olives12 slices12 slices
Finely chopped herbsFor decorationFor decoration

METHOD

      The tomato sauce

      • Gently heat the oil in a non-stick pan. Add the garlic and then the tomatoes, oregano, basil and salt and pepper.
      • Bring to the boil, then remove from the heat. Strain the sauce through a sieve, squeezing through as much juice as possible, into a non-stick saucepan.
      • Bring the sauce back to the boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes.
      • Remove from the heat and cover.

      The crumpets

      • Carve the cheese before you grill it - it's fairly easy when it's firm.
      • Grill the crumpets to perfection.
      • Add the tomato sauce and grill on a low to medium heat for about 2 minutes.
      • Add the cheese and grill until it starts to melt. You need to keep a close eye on it, as if it melts too much, you'll lose your carving.
      • Add the chorizo and olives, and decorate with herbs of your choosing (we used chive tips, for stylistic rather than flavouring purposes).