When the asparagus starts growing in the spring it is a challenge to find ways to use it. A friend shared this recipe with me and I adapted it a bit. The result is a very good sandwich. Note: I have discovered that if you put the fresh cut asparagus in water and keep it in the refrigerator it will stay fresh even for two or...
Provided by J. White Harris
Categories Sandwiches
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- 1. Blanch asparagus spears in boiling, salted water for 1 minute. Remove immediately to a bowl of ice water.
- 2. Melt 1 Tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add asparagus and lightly saute. Season with garlic salt and lemon pepper. Remove asparagus and set aside.
- 3. Butter 2 pieces of bread with the remaining 1 tablespoon butter. Place bread in the same skillet, buttered side down, and grill on 1 side.
- 4. Flip bread and lay 1 piece of cheese on each slice of bread. Grill until cheese is melted and then remove from pan.
- 5. Spread desired amount of dressing on top of each slice of bread. Arrange asparagus on top of cheese, rotating the spears.
- 6. Put onion and pickles on top of asparagus. Add Deli ham if desired. Cut sandwich in half. ENJOY
- 7. Thousand Island Dressing: Yields- 2-3/4 cups In a medium bowl, mix all ingredients together. Season with garlic salt, and lemon pepper, to taste. Store in an air-tight container and refrigerate until ready to use.
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