ASPARAGUS VEAL CORDON BLEU

Asparagus Veal Cordon Bleu image

"Now that our children are on their own, I try to make varied meals for two that are both appetizing and interesting," says Jeanne Molloy of Feeding Hills, Massachusetts. "I sometimes double this recipe so we can have the leftovers for lunch the next day. It reheats well in the microwave."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

8 fresh asparagus spears, trimmed
2 tablespoons water
2 veal cutlets (6 ounces each)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 large fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 thin slices prosciutto or deli ham
1/2 cup shredded Italian cheese blend

Steps:

Place asparagus and water in an 11x7-in. microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain and set aside., Flatten veal to 1/4-in. thickness; sprinkle with salt and pepper. In a small skillet, saute garlic in oil. Add veal; brown for 2-3 minutes on each side. , Transfer to an ungreased 11x7-in. baking dish. In the pan drippings, saute mushrooms until tender; spoon over veal. Top each with four asparagus spears and a slice of prosciutto. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 5-10 minutes or until juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 492 calories, Fat 33g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 155mg cholesterol, Sodium 1106mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 44g protein.