Truffled Asparagus

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   Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Drizzle each piece of puff pastry with the truffle oil.

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   Season with the pepper.

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   Using a truffle slicer, shave the truffle very thin.

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   Spread the shaved truffles over each piece of puff pastry.

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   Sprinkle about 1 tablespoon of the cheese over the truffle slices.

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   Season the asparagus with salt and pepper.

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   Place one spear of the asparagus across the top of the puff pastry, (lengthwise).

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   Roll up the asparagus in the puff pastry like a jelly roll, sealing the ends tightly.

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   Continue the process until all of the asparagus is used.

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    Place the asparagus on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

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    Bake until golden brown, about 6 minutes.

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    In a saute pan, heat the olive oil.

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    Add the shallots.

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    Season with salt and pepper.

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    Saute for 1 minute.

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    Add the garlic.

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    Remove the pan from the heat and add the Cognac.

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    Place the pan back over the heat and flame the Cognac.

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    Shake the pan, constantly until the flame goes out.

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    Add the demi-glace and bring the liquid to a simmer.

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    Stir in the butter and chopped truffles.

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    To serve, ladle the sauce over the asparagus and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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