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!
| Prep Time: | 15m |
| Cook Time: | 1m |
| Ready in: | 1m |
| Yield: | 6 sandwiches |
| Ingredients | |
| 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 | |
- 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 Information Servings Per Recipe: 6
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