Wednesday, July 20, 2011

Asparagus Brie and Parma Ham Crostini

(Courtesy of Taste of Home)

Asparagus, Brie & Parma Ham Crostini Recipe
Ingredients:
12 fresh asparagus spears
2 Tbsp. olive oil, divided
1/8 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
12 slices French bread baguette (1/2 inch thick)
3 thin slices prosciutto or deli ham, cut into thin strips
6 oz. Brie cheese, cut into 12 slices

Directions:
Cut asparagus tips into 2-in. lengths. (Discard stalks or save for another use.) Place asparagus tips in a 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan lined with foil. Drizzle with 1 teaspoon oil and toss to coat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake at 425 degrees for 10-15 minutes or until crisp-tender.
Brush baguette slices on both sides with remaining oil. Place on a baking sheet. Broil for 1-2 minutes on each side or until toasted.
Top each slice with asparagus, prosciutto and cheese. Broil 3-4 inches from the heat for 2-3 minutes or until cheese is melted.

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