Asparagus Nibbles Recipe

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   These wonderful little make-ahead hors d'oeuvres are a treat to assemble in the spring when asparagus hits the market.

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   You can store them in your freezer for a time later in the year when the taste would really hit the spot.

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   Blanch asparagus spears till barely tender, 3 to 5 min.

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   Drain immediately and plunge into cool water to stop the cooking process.

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   Remove crusts from bread and flatten slices with a rolling pin.

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   In a medium bowl, combine cheeses and egg, blending with an electric beater.

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   Spread mix proportionately over bread slices.

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   Trim asparagus spears to same length as bread slices, and then place one spear on each slice and roll up, jelly roll fashion.

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   Dip each roll in melted butter to coat all sides, and place on a cookie sheet.

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    Freeze rolls till hard, then re-package in freezer-storage containers.

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    When ready to bake, cut frzn rolls into thirds and bake

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    (while still frzn) in 400 degree oven for 15 min or possibly till lightly browned.

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    Serve immediately.

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    Yields 75 pcs.

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    (YES: 75)

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.