Asparagus ham roll-ups

Ingredients

  • 16 fresh asparagus spears, trimmed
  • 1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 16 strips
  • 8 ounces Havarti cheese, cut into 16 strips
  • 8 thin slices deli ham or prosciutto, cut in half lengthwise
  • 16 whole chives

Preparation

Step 1

In a large skillet, bring 1 in. of water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and cook for 3 minutes. Drain and immediately place asparagus in ice water. Drain and pat dry.

Place an asparagus spear, red pepper strip and cheese strip on each slice of ham. Roll up tightly; tie with a chive. Refrigerate until serving.