Asparagus and Gruyere Tart

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   Notes: If using larger asparagus, par cook them first, cook at a lower temperature for a few minutes longer, and add more seasoning of some kind.

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   Balsamic vinegar would be excellent dribbled on top right out of the oven.

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   Roll the puff pastry out to a 16x10 inch rectangle.

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   Score a line around the puff pastry 1 inch from the edge.

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   Brush the mustard around the inside of the cut.

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    Sprinkle the cheese over the mustard.

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    Arrange the asparagus in a single layer over the cheese.

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    (I also brushed the asparagus with a bit of olive oil so it would not dry out.)

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    Season with salt and pepper.

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    Brush the outside inch of the pastry with the oil.

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    Bake in a preheated 400F oven until the asparagus is tender and the pastry is golden brown, about 15-25 minutes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.