**Asparagus Ham Bites: A Delightful Appetizer for Any Occasion**
Asparagus ham bites are a culinary delight that combines the crispness of asparagus with the savory flavor of ham, wrapped in a flaky pastry crust. These bite-sized treats are perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to elegant parties. Asparagus ham bites are not only visually appealing but also incredibly easy to make, making them a popular choice for home cooks and professional chefs alike. With just a few simple ingredients and a bit of preparation, you can create these delicious appetizers that are sure to impress your guests. This article provides two delectable recipes for asparagus ham bites: one using puff pastry and the other featuring crescent roll dough. Both recipes offer variations to accommodate different dietary preferences, ensuring that everyone can enjoy these tasty morsels.
ASPARAGUS HAM SPIRALS
These appealing appetizers are sure to be a hit at your next party. I'm on the arts council in our small town, so I came up with this snack recipe to serve at some of the events we cater. People will think you really fussed with these yummy bits! -Linda Fischer Stuttgart, Arkansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 30m
Yield 28 appetizers.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place asparagus in a skillet; add 1/2 in. of water. Bring to a boil. Reduced heat; cover and simmer for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and set aside., Separate crescent dough into four rectangles; seal perforations. Spread cream cheese over each rectangle to within 1/4 in. of edges. Top each with ham, leaving 1/4 in. uncovered on one long side. Place two asparagus spears along the long side with the ham; roll up and press seam to seal., Cut each roll into seven pieces. Place cut side down 1 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Combine butter and garlic powder; brush over spirals. Bake at 375° for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 171 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 495mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.
CHEESY HAM AND ASPARAGUS BAKE
Even if you think you don't like asparagus you have to try this. It is a wonderfully easy quiche-like casserole to throw together for breakfast. This can be prepared the night before, covered, and put in the refrigerator overnight. Just be sure to allow extra cook time.
Provided by bettina
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Eggs
Time 1h
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Mix the ham, onion, red bell peppers, and asparagus in the prepared baking dish. In a large bowl, beat together the eggs, milk, flour, Parmesan, tarragon, salt, and pepper. Pour over the ham mixture.
- Bake 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Sprinkle with Cheddar cheese. Continue baking 3 to 5 minutes, or until cheese is melted. Let stand 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 201.4 calories, Carbohydrate 12.1 g, Cholesterol 148.1 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 13.4 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 535.9 mg, Sugar 3 g
ASPARAGUS HAM DINNER
I've been making this low-fat ham dinner for my family for years, and we always look forward to it. With asparagus, tomato, pasta and chunks of ham, it's a tempting blend of tastes and textures. -Rhonda Zavodny, David City, Nebraska
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, saute asparagus and yellow pepper in oil until crisp-tender. Add tomatoes and ham; heat through. Drain pasta; add to mixture. Stir in parsley and seasonings. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 204 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 561mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ASPARAGUS AND HAM CRESCENT BUNDLES
Fresh asparagus and thinly sliced ham get wrapped up in Pillsbury™ Crescent Rolls with Boursin® cheese for a showstopping side dish you'll want to make again and again. Each bundle is sprinkled with bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese before baking for a perfectly crispy finish. Bring a platter of Asparagus and Ham Crescent Bundles to a gathering for an easy app, or serve them at home-and watch them get gobbled up.
Provided by Pillsbury Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375°F. Line large cookie sheet with cooking parchment paper, or spray with cooking spray.
- Remove woody ends from asparagus spears; discard. In 10-inch skillet, heat 1/2 inch water to boiling. Add asparagus; reduce heat to medium-low. Cover; simmer 2 to 3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain. Plunge asparagus into bowl of ice water to cool; drain on paper towels.
- Cut ham slices in half; wrap one half slice around middle of 3 asparagus spears. Repeat for remaining ham and asparagus spears.
- On large cutting board, unroll dough; separate dough into 8 triangles. Crumble and press a generous tablespoon Boursin™ cheese onto bottom wide end of dough. Place one asparagus and ham bundle on wide end of dough, and roll dough into crescent shape; place on cookie sheet. (Ends of asparagus will stick out of both ends of dough.) Repeat for remaining bundles.
- In small bowl, mix bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese and olive oil; mix well. Sprinkle on top of crescent dough, pressing lightly to stick.
- Bake 14 to 19 minutes or until deep golden brown. Remove from cookie sheet to serve. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Bundle, Sodium 600 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g
ASPARAGUS, HAM AND EGG BAKE
Do-ahead convenience! Crunchy cornflake crumbs top a savory egg bake brimming with tender asparagus and delicious ham.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 9h35m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In large bowl, toss ham, asparagus, potatoes, onion and cheeses. Spoon into baking dish.
- In same bowl, beat eggs, milk, sour cream, lemon-pepper seasoning salt and mustard with fork or wire whisk until well mixed. Pour egg mixture over potato mixture. (Baking dish will be very full.) Cover; refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.
- Heat oven to 325°F. Uncover baking dish; bake 35 minutes. Meanwhile, in small bowl, toss cornflake crumbs and butter.
- Sprinkle cornflake mixture over partially baked casserole. Bake uncovered 30 to 35 minutes longer or until knife inserted in center comes out clean and thermometer inserted in center reads 160°F. Remove from oven; let stand 15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 265 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 920 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g
HAM AND ASPARAGUS CASSEROLE
Oh my, it's like pot pie! A tender biscuit layer tops a creamy filling of a tasty ham and asparagus duo.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400°F. Heat asparagus, ham, milk, soup and 3/4 cup of the cheese to boiling in 3-quart saucepan, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 1 minute. Spread in ungreased 2-quart casserole.
- Stir Bisquick mix, milk and remaining 1/4 cup cheese in small bowl until blended. Pour evenly over ham mixture.
- Bake uncovered about 30 minutes or until golden brown and toothpick inserted in biscuit layer comes out clean.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1290 mg
ASPARAGUS APPETIZERS
A wonderful appetizer to have on hand that can be made ahead of time, frozen, and used as needed.
Provided by DALEPFEFFER
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Vegetable
Time 1h45m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Trim crusts from bread, and flatten slightly with a rolling pin.
- In a bowl, stir blue and cream cheeses together with the egg until well blended and creamy. Spread a thin layer of cheese mixture over each slice of bread. Roll one asparagus spear inside each, and fasten with a toothpick.
- Melt butter in a small saucepan. Roll each asparagus wrap in butter to coat. Place on a baking sheet small enough to fit into the freezer, and freeze for one hour, or until butter hardens and wraps are somewhat firm. Remove pan from freezer, discard toothpicks, and cut each wrap in half crosswise. Store in a resealable plastic bag in the freezer until ready to use.
- To serve, preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C).
- Arrange frozen asparagus wraps on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until lightly browned. Check occasionally, and turn if necessary, for even browning and to prevent burning. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 462.5 calories, Carbohydrate 18.6 g, Cholesterol 125 mg, Fat 40.3 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 24.9 g, Sodium 650.6 mg, Sugar 2 g
HAM AND ASPARAGUS FETTUCCINE
I LOVE fettuccine, and when made with a bit of leftover ham it takes on a heartiness and richness so filling there isn't room for dessert!
Provided by STEPHNDON
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes Creamy Alfredo Pasta Sauce Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Stir asparagus into pot in the last five minutes of cooking; drain.
- While pasta is cooking, heat butter and cream in a medium saucepan over medium heat. When mixture begins to bubble, stir in Parmesan, garlic powder, pepper and cayenne. Continue cooking until mixture thickens, stirring occasionally. Stir in ham and heat through.
- Toss pasta and asparagus with sauce and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 754.3 calories, Carbohydrate 45 g, Cholesterol 179.3 mg, Fat 55.9 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 32.5 g, Sodium 785.4 mg, Sugar 2.5 g
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh asparagus and ham. If using canned or jarred ham, be sure to drain and rinse it well before using.
- To make the bites even more flavorful, marinate the ham in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
- If you don't have a mini muffin tin, you can use a regular muffin tin and just fill the cups about halfway.
- Be careful not to overcook the bites, or the asparagus will become tough. They should be cooked through, but still slightly tender.
- Serve the bites warm or at room temperature. They can be eaten as an appetizer, main course, or snack.
Conclusion:
Asparagus ham bites are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They're perfect for parties or potlucks, and they're also a great way to use up leftover ham. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious and satisfying dish that everyone will love.
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