How to Make Asparagus Appetizers - A Step-by-Step Guide

Asparagus is a delicious and nutritious vegetable that can be prepared in a variety of ways. One of the most popular ways to enjoy asparagus is as an appetizer, whether grilled, steamed, or roasted. These versatile spears can be served as a standalone dish or incorporated into other dishes like salads, pastas, and frittatas. With their unique flavor and tender texture, asparagus appetizers are a great way to kick off a meal with a burst of freshness.

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Ingredients

  • 20 thin slices sandwich bread, crusts removed
  • 1 ½ cups butter, melted
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, at room temperature
  • 4 ounces blue cheese, at room temperature
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 20 fresh asparagus spears, trimmed

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 40
  • Yield: 40 pieces

  • Flatten bread slightly with a rolling pin. Place melted butter in a shallow bowl. Line a small baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Stir cream cheese, blue cheese, and egg together in a bowl until well blended and creamy; spread a thin layer over each bread slice. Roll one asparagus spear inside each and fasten with a toothpick. Roll each asparagus wrap in melted butter to coat, then place onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Freeze asparagus wraps until somewhat firm and butter has hardened, about 1 hour.
  • Remove from the freezer and discard toothpicks. Cut each wrap in half crosswise. Transfer to a resealable plastic bag and freeze until ready to use.
  • Nutrition

    114 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 31mg
    • Sodium: 161mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 4g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Calcium: 34mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 26mg