ASPARAGUS, BRIE & PARMA HAM CROSTINI

Asparagus, Brie & Parma Ham Crostini image

This special, filling appetizer is perfect to serve guests. The combination of crisp bread, melted cheese and asparagus is out of this world. -Karla Johnson, East Helena, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

12 fresh asparagus spears
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
12 slices French bread baguette (1/2 inch thick)
3 thin slices prosciutto (Parma ham) or deli ham, cut into thin strips
6 ounces Brie cheese, cut into 12 slices

Steps:

Cut asparagus tips into 2-in. lengths. (Discard stalks or save for another use.) Place asparagus tips in a 15x10x1-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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 191mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.