Description
A delightful dish of flaky puff pastry wrapped around tender asparagus and cheese, perfect for gatherings and special moments.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus (trimmed)
- 1/2 cup goat cheese (crumbled)
- 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Optional: garlic powder, onion powder, fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Rinse asparagus and trim off woody ends. Optionally, peel lower part for even cooking.
- On a floured surface, roll out the puff pastry to about 1/8 inch thick and cut into squares.
- Place 2-3 asparagus spears on each pastry square and add a spoonful of cheese mixture on top.
- Fold corners over the filling and seal securely. Crimp edges if desired.
- Beat the egg and brush over the tops of the pastries.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm!
Notes
For different flavors, consider adding sautéed mushrooms or using different cheese varieties. Ensure fillings are not too wet to prevent sogginess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: asparagus, puff pastry, appetizer, vegetarian, family recipe, flaky pastry