Asparagus Spears Appetizer Hors D Oeuvres Recipe

Ingredients for Asparagus Spears Appetizer Hors D Oeuvres

• Asparagus Spears
• 4 slices bacon
• 4 slices white bread
• Sharp Cheddar Cheese
• 2 tablespoons butter

How to Make Asparagus Spears Appetizer Hors D Oeuvres

1. Cut 4 slices bacon in half crosswise.
2. Fry bacon halves in a pan over medium heat until crispy but not burnt. Remove with tongs and place on paper towels to drain excess grease.
3. Snap off the tough ends of 1 pound asparagus spears. Select thinner stems for easier rolling.
4. Steam asparagus until tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes. Immediately plunge into ice water to stop the cooking process and maintain vibrant green color.
5. Cut 4 ounces of your favorite cheese (e.g., Gruyère, Fontina) into thin strips approximately 5 x 0.5 inches.
6. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a small bowl.
7. Use 4 slices of white bread (about 1/2 inch thick). Remove crusts and roll out thinly using a rolling pin.
8. Lay a strip of asparagus, a piece of bacon, and a cheese strip diagonally on each bread slice.
9. Roll the bread tightly around the filling, and secure with a dab of melted butter.
10. Brush the rolled bread with remaining melted butter for browning.
11. Broil in a preheated broiler until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly, approximately 2-3 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
12. Serve immediately and enjoy!