ASPARAGUS HAM TARTLETS

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We have our own asparagus patch, and each spring I look forward to making treats like these tartlets. I enjoy them as a mini meal or as appetizers. They freeze well and are very popular at parties. -Elaine Anderson Aliquippa, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, divided
1/4 cup cornmeal
1 large egg
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
3/4 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1/2 cup diced fully cooked ham
18 fresh asparagus tips (cut into 1-inch pieces)

Steps:

In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Beat in 3/4 cup flour and cornmeal. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour., Shape dough into 18 balls. Press onto the bottom and up the sides of greased miniature muffin cups. , In a large bowl, whisk egg and cream. Stir in remaining flour until smooth. Add cheese and ham. , Spoon about 1 tablespoon into each cup. Bake at 425° for 7 minutes. Reduce heat to 325°. Top each tart with an asparagus tip. Cover loosely with foil. Bake 17-20 minutes longer or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 112 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 108mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.