Antipasta

1. 1

   First put an inch of water into a pot and fit a steamer basket inside.

2. 2

   Turn the heat on high.

3. 3

   When the water boils throw the asparagus into the steamer and put the lid on.

4. 4

   Steam the spears for about 4-5 minutes.

5. 5

   You want to cook the asparagus until slightly less firm.

6. 6

   Remove from heat and put them into a bowl of ice water.

7. 7

   Next chop the Romaine lettuce into wedge like spears.

8. 8

   Put them onto a serving platter.

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   Top with crumbled blue cheese, bacon,and Roma tomatoes.

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    Dont dress until you are ready to serve or the lettuce will wilt.

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    Lastly slice the heirloom tomato and season them with salt and pepper.

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    Put the tomatoes onto the platter.

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    Cut the ball of fresh mozzarrella into uniform slices and alternate with the slices of tomato on the platter.

14. 14

    Lay out the asparagus spears on the platter.

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    Sprinkle on balsamic vinegar and olive oil.

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    Enjoy!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.