Springtime Asparagus and Parmesan Sandwich

Springtime Asparagus and Parmesan Sandwich
  • 1 bunch asparagus spears, trimmed and cut in half
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 12 slices French bread
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/3 cup shaved Parmesan cheese
  • 12 Bibb lettuce leaves
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste


  1. 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.
  2. 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 !

03/25/2018
Springtime Asparagus and Parmesan Sandwich, recipe PT15M PT1H 5 455 calories

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