SPRINGTIME ASPARAGUS AND PARMESAN SANDWICH

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Asparagus, fresh Parmesan cheese, and the buttery flavor of Boston lettuce - what could say 'spring' more? After a long winter, these are my Spring food fantasies!

Provided by DAKOTABEAR1

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes     Cheese

Time 16m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 bunch asparagus spears, trimmed and cut in half
β…“ cup water
12 slices French bread
ΒΌ cup butter
β…“ cup mayonnaise
β…“ cup shaved Parmesan cheese
12 Bibb lettuce leaves
freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place the asparagus and 1/3 cup water in a microwave-safe bowl. Cook in the microwave on High 1 minute, or just until tender. Rinse under cold water, and blot dry with paper towels.
  • Spread 1 side of 6 bread slices with 1/4 teaspoon butter and about 1 tablespoon mayonnaise each. Layer with asparagus, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Place lettuce over the asparagus, season with pepper, and top with remaining 6 bread slices to form 6 sandwiches. Slice on a diagonal; this is a sandwich that exudes spring !

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343.5 calories, Carbohydrate 32.6 g, Cholesterol 29.9 mg, Fat 20 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 10.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 536.9 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

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