ASPARAGUS IN PUFF PASTRY
This is one of my all-time favorite appetizers. Fast and easy, the golden bites are always a huge hit. I make and freeze batches of them during asparagus season for dinner parties throughout the year. -Dianne Werdegar of Naperville, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 40m
Yield 28 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large nonstick skillet, bring water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and cook for 3 minutes. Drain asparagus and immediately place in ice water; drain and pat dry. In a bowl, beat cream cheese and salt until smooth; set aside., Unfold the dough on a lightly floured surface. Cut each sheet in half widthwise. For each rectangle, spread cream cheese mixture lengthwise over half of the dough to within 1/2 in. of edges. Arrange two rows of three asparagus spears lengthwise in a single layer over cream cheese., Brush edges of dough with some of the egg substitute; fold dough over filling and press edges together to seal. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour., Cut widthwise into 1-1/4-in. pieces. Place 1 in. apart on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Brush with remaining egg substitute. Bake at 425° for 8-12 minutes or until golden. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 87 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 156mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
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kurt Linney
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! It's delicious, easy to make, and a great way to use up leftover asparagus.
Layton Russell
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
starloljk 3
[email protected]This is a great recipe! I've made it several times and it always turns out perfect.
Shannon Whitfield
[email protected]I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved it!
Kiera jones
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the flaky crust and the cheesy filling.
Nishal Khati
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of asparagus, but I loved this recipe! The puff pastry was cooked to perfection and the cheese was melted and gooey.
Fatima Rasool
[email protected]The instructions were easy to follow and the dish turned out great. I will definitely be making this again.
Doe Naing
[email protected]I added some chopped ham to the filling and it was delicious! This recipe is a great base for experimentation.
Salman Ahmed Sany
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. It's also a great appetizer or side dish.
Merrill Henderson
[email protected]Not bad, but not great. The asparagus was a bit tough and the cheese wasn't very flavorful.
shawaiz ahmad
[email protected]Delicious! I made this for a brunch party and it was a huge hit. The asparagus was tender and flavorful, and the puff pastry was light and flaky.
Edward Danso
[email protected]Easy to make and so tasty! The asparagus was cooked perfectly and the cheese was melted and gooey. Definitely a keeper.
NI RO B AH ME D
[email protected]This recipe is a real winner! The asparagus and cheese filling is delicious, and the flaky puff pastry crust is the perfect complement. I highly recommend it.