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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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For a light bite, Elaine Sweet created these pretty appetizers. âI really like asparagus, so Iâm always trying it in different things,â says the Dallas, Texas reader. This is a delicious twist on traditional bruschetta. Ingredients:
3 cups water |
1/2 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces |
2 cups grape tomatoes, halved |
1/4 cup minced fresh basil |
3 green onions, chopped |
3 tablespoons lime juice |
1 tablespoon olive oil |
3 garlic cloves, minced |
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lime peel |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon pepper |
1 french bread baguette (8 ounces), cut into 12 slices and toasted |
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese |
Directions:
1. In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add the asparagus; cover and boil for 2-4 minutes. Drain and immediately place asparagus in ice water. Drain and pat dry.
2. In a large bowl, combine the asparagus, tomatoes, basil, onions, lime juice, oil, garlic, lime peel, salt and pepper. Using a slotted spoon, spoon asparagus mixture onto bread. Sprinkle with blue cheese. Yield: 6 servings.
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