June 18, 2026

Salad of Air-Dried York Ham & Yorkshire Blue with Fresh Figs and Spiced Pear Chutney

By Helen Miles

Like a posh ploughmans, this salad makes a lovely lunch or starter, with the Yorkshire Blue pairing beautifully with the deep-flavoured York Ham, peppery Pickering watercress and fresh figs.

This recipe has been kindly created for us by Michelin Star Chef Andrew Pern and his team at the Star Inn in North Yorkshire

Salad of Air-Dried York Ham & Yorkshire Blue with Fresh Figs and Spiced Pear Chutney Recipe

By Chef Andrew Pern

Prep time: 10

Servings: 1

Ingredients

3 slices of York Ham (or similar cured)
2 fresh figs (cut into thirds)
3 wedges of Yorkshire Blue
3 tsp of quality Spiced Pear Chutney
1 teaspoon vinaigrette

Instructions

Arrange three slices of air-dried ham at triangular interludes on the plate.
Nestle the Yorkshire Blue wedges in between, along with the sliced figs, and spoon on a little chutney.
Dress the watercress and season to taste. Add the croûtons and mix gently
Place into the centre of the ham and cheese, garnish with the herbs and serve immediately.