Asparagus Sandwich Recipe

Name: Asparagus Sandwich
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 12 lbs asparagus, medium size, ends snapped and stems peeled; ¼ cup balsamic vinegar; 1 tablespoon tamari (or soy sauce); 3 tablespoons brown sugar; 2 garlic cloves, minced fine; 1 green onion, sliced fine; 1 small baguette, sliced into 1 1/2 inch slices; 8 ounces cream cheese, softened (or goat cheese); 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped (or 1 T green onion tops); 2 tablespoons fresh tarragon, chopped (or 2 tsp dried); salt (to taste); ground pepper (to taste); 6 radishes, sliced thinly (optional)

Servings: persons

1 12 lbs asparagus, medium size, ends snapped and stems peeled
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon tamari (or soy sauce)
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 garlic cloves, minced fine
1 green onion, sliced fine
1 small baguette, sliced into 1 1/2 inch slices
8 ounces cream cheese, softened (or goat cheese)
2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped (or 1 T green onion tops)
2 tablespoons fresh tarragon, chopped (or 2 tsp dried)
salt (to taste)
ground pepper (to taste)
6 radishes, sliced thinly (optional)

1
In a steamer basket over boiling water, steam asparagus for 3-5 minutes or until fork tender, but NOT overcooked.
2
Rinse immediately under cold water.
3
Set aside until ready to use.
4
SAUCE: Combine the balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar and garlic in a small saucepan.
5
Add 2 tablespoons of water.
6
Over medium heat, reduce by half.
7
Add the green onion.
8
Adjust seasoning.
9
In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, chives and tarragon.
10
Set aside.
11
In a toaster oven or under a broiler, toast one side of each of the baguette slices.
12
Spread each with a small amount of the cream cheese mixture.
13
Arrange the asparagus, drizzle with vinegarette.
14
Add desired seasoning of S&P.
15
Add sliced radishes (optional).

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 12 lbs asparagus, medium size, ends snapped and stems peeled, ¼ cup balsamic vinegar, 1 tablespoon tamari (or soy sauce), 3 tablespoons brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Asparagus Sandwich falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Asparagus Sandwich

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