ASPARAGUS COCKTAIL

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Make and share this Asparagus Cocktail recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sageca

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces fresh asparagus
4 ounces diced ham
4 pineapple rings
8 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon cognac
2 tablespoons lemon juice
cayenne pepper
2 hard-boiled eggs
freshly chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Prepare the asparagus by cutting off any woody stems and washing under cold running water. Chop into 1 inch lengths then boil in salted water for 10 minutes or until just tender. Drain and cool.
  • Meanwhile, dice the ham and chop the pineapple rings.
  • Mix together the asparagus, ham and pineapple rings in a bowl.
  • Line 4 individual glasses or dishes with lettuce leaves then pile the asparagus mixture on top.
  • In another bowl, place the mayonnaise, Cognac, lemon juice and cayenne and mix well. Divide equally between the glasses.
  • Garnish with slices of hard boiled egg and chopped parsley. Chill for 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248.7, Fat 14.3, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 128.4, Sodium 671.9, Carbohydrate 20.8, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 11.2, Protein 11.5

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