A simple, but equally delicious appetizer.
I look for three things when it comes to serving appetizers to guests: that it is delicious, that it looks impressive and that it is easy to prepare in the midst of all the other preparations that are available for host company. These Cheesy Asparagus Pastry Bundles are the perfect solution. These puff pastry bundles are irresistible in the way you want them to be. They can be made using store-bought puff pastry, which takes about ten to fifteen minutes. They are absolutely delicious! They’re absolutely beautiful. They are easy to make.
Serves 6
15m prep time
15m cook time
INGREDIENTS
1 bunch asparagus, woody ends trimmed off
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed
8 oz Gruyere cheese, grated
12 slices prosciutto
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 egg, beaten
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
PREPARATION
Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
On a lightly floured surface, roll puff pastry sheets out and cut each rectangle into 6 squares.
Toss trimmed asparagus in olive oil, thyme, and salt and pepper. Set aside.
On each square of puff pastry, arrange a slice of prosciutto (folded in half if needed), 3-4 spears of asparagus, and about 2 tablespoons of cheese.
Wrap bundle by lifting two opposite corners of the puff pastry and wrapping them around the asparagus. Press to seal.
Brush puff pastry with beaten egg, sprinkle with more salt and pepper, and bake until golden and puffed, 12-15 minutes.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
