Springtime Asparagus And Parmesan Sandwich

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 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

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 1 min Ready Time: 16 mins


• 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 !