Phyllo Wrapped Asparagus Spears

A very classy and not that hard to make appetizer of phyllo pastry wrapped asparagus.

Serves: 6-8

Prep Time: 10 min

Cooking Time: 15 min

Total:  25 min

Ingredients

1 bunch of asparagus spears, about 25-30 spears
1/2 (16 oz) package of frozen phyllo pastry, thawed
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 F.
2. Snap off the woody ends of asparagus spears.
3. Unwrap the phyllo and cut the stack in half lengthwise.  Reserve 1 stack for later use.  Cover phyllo that you will be using with a damp towel to keep it from drying out.
4. On a clean working surface, place 1 sheet of phyllo and brush lightly with melted butter.  Sprinkle some Parmesan cheese and then place 2-3 asparagus spears on the short end of the sheet.
5. Roll the phyllo around the asparagus and place the package seam side down on a baking sheet.  Brush with more melted butter.
6. Repeat until all asparagus spears and phyllo have been used.
7. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until phyllo has turned golden and crispy.
8. Serve immediately.

Recipe from foodnetwork.com