Asparagus and Pear Bites

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Layer a non-stick baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface.

3. 3

   Using a knife, slice it into elongated diamond shapes approximately 1 1/2 inches wide, by 3 1/2 inches long.

4. 4

   Lay 2-3 pieces of asparagus onto each piece of puff pastry hamburger-style so the longer edges of the puff pastry can be folded over later.

5. 5

   Top asparagus with crumbles of Beechers cheese and 1 slice of pear.

6. 6

   Season with a dash of ground pepper.

7. 7

   Squeeze a few drops of lemon juice over the top of the pepper.

8. 8

   Fold elongated corners of puff pastry over the cheese, pear and asparagus.

9. 9

   Its okay if the asparagus and pear are sticking out.

10. 10

    Using a pastry brush, brush some egg onto the top of the pastry.

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    Bake bites for 15 minutes.

12. 12

    Serve while still warm.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.