Appetizer Recipes 
Asparagus, Brie & Ham Crostini
Kris - U-Bake

12 fresh asparagus spears

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided

1/8 teaspoon salt

1/8 teaspoon pepper

12 slices U-Bake French bread baguette (1/2 inch thick)

3 thin slices prosciutto or deli ham, cut into thin strips

6 ounces Brie cheese, cut into 12 slices

Directions

Cut asparagus tips into 2-in. lengths. (Discard stalks or save for

another use.) Place asparagus tips in a 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in.

baking pan lined with foil. Drizzle with 1 teaspoon oil and toss to

coat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake at 425° for 10-15

minutes or until crisp-tender.

Brush baguette slices on both sides with remaining oil. Place on a

baking sheet. Broil for 1-2 minutes on each side or until toasted.

 

Top each slice with asparagus, prosciutto and cheese. Broil 3-4 in.

from the heat for 2-3 minutes or until cheese is melted. Yield: 1

dozen.

 

Nutrition Facts: 1 piece equals 91 calories