Asparagus Rollups Recipe

Ingredients for Asparagus Rollups

• 2 asparagus spears per rollup
• 4 ounces cream cheese (1/2 package)
• 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (or to taste)
• 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
• Fresh Chives
• Bread
• Deli Ham
• 1 tablespoon melted butter
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• Green Onion
• Red Bell Pepper

How to Make Asparagus Rollups

1. Snap off the tough ends of 1 pound asparagus spears. Use a vegetable peeler to remove any tough scales from the stalks, if desired.
2. Steam the asparagus in a steamer basket over boiling water for 4-6 minutes, or until crisp-tender.
3. Remove asparagus from steamer and let cool completely on paper towels.
4. In a medium bowl, combine 4 ounces cream cheese, 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (or to taste), 1 tablespoon mayonnaise, and 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard. Mix until smooth.
5. Roll out 12 slices of white bread using a rolling pin to flatten slightly.
6. Spread 2 tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture on one side of each bread slice.
7. Top each bread slice with 1 thin slice of cooked ham (approx. 2 ounces total).
8. Place 2 asparagus spears on top of the ham on each bread slice.
9. Carefully roll up the bread slices, tucking in the filling.
10. Place the rollups seam-down in a greased baking dish.
11. Brush the top of each rollup with 1 tablespoon melted butter.
12. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon paprika.
13. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and heated through.
14. Garnish with fresh parsley or chives (optional).
15. Serve immediately and enjoy!