Parmesan Asparagus Roll-Ups

By Cheryl-4

Fancy-looking and festive, these bites make the most of fresh asparagus and crispy phyllo dough. Watch them start coversations and appetites!

Ingredients

• 12 fresh asparagus spears
• 2 sheets phyllo dough (18 in x 14 in.)
• 4 tsp. olive oil
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Dash pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Cut asparagus spears into 4 in. lengths (discard stals or save for another use). In a large saucepan, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and boil for 2 minutes. Dreain and immediately place asparagus in ice water. Drain and pat dry.

Stack both sheets of phyllo dough on a work surface. Cut the stack in half lengthwise, then widthwise into thirds. Separate pieces and brush with some of the oil. Sprinkle each with 1 tsp cheese. Place one asparagus spear along one side of each piece of phyllo dough. Sprinkle lightly with pepper; roll up tightly.

Place seam side down on an ungreased baking sheet. Brush tops with oil. Bake at 400 degrees for 7-9 minutes or until golden brown