Springtime Asparagus and Parmesan Sandwich

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!

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 1 mins
• Total Time: 16 mins
• Calories: 344 Calories

Ingredients

• ¼ cup butter
• ⅓ cup water
• ⅓ cup mayonnaise
• freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 12 slices French bread
• ⅓ cup shaved Parmesan cheese
• 1 bunch asparagus spears, trimmed and cut in half
• 12 Bibb lettuce leaves

Recipe Instructions

Step 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.

Step 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 !