ASPARAGUS STRUDEL

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Celebrate the arrival of spring by serving this delightful strudel for Easter brunch. Watch the savory slices disappear from the table!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 strudels 8 slices each.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups water
3/4 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
2 medium leeks (white portion only), thinly sliced
1-1/4 cups butter, divided
2 cups shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon minced fresh mint
1 tablespoon minced fresh dill
1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted
Dash cayenne pepper
32 sheets phyllo dough, (14x9 inches)

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, bring water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and boil for 3 minutes. Drain and immediately place asparagus in ice water. Drain and pat dry. In the same skillet, saute leeks in 1/4 cup butter for 5 minutes or until tender. , In a large bowl, combine the asparagus, leeks, cheese, eggs, lemon juice, parsley, mint, dill, almonds and cayenne., Melt remaining butter. Place one sheet of phyllo dough on a work surface (keep remaining dough covered with plastic wrap and a damp towel to avoid drying out). Brush with butter. Repeat layers seven times. Spoon a fourth of the vegetable mixture along the short end of dough to within 1 in. of edges. Fold long sides 1 in. over filling. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a short side. Place seam side down on a greased baking sheet. , Repeat, making three more strudels. Brush tops with remaining butter. Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 10 minutes before slicing.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337 calories, Fat 26g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 108mg cholesterol, Sodium 303mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

Parkash Chandani
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The strudel was amazing! The pastry was flaky and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


itolivia Carbunaru
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This was a great recipe! The strudel was flaky and flavorful, and the asparagus was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


Waseem Qurashi
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I would definitely recommend this recipe. It's easy to make and the results are impressive. The strudel is delicious and it's perfect for a special occasion.


Blaze Mcwolf
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The strudel is flaky and flavorful, and the asparagus is cooked to perfection.


Morgan Lawson
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Delicious! The asparagus was perfectly cooked and the goat cheese filling was creamy and flavorful. The strudel was easy to make and it looked beautiful when it came out of the oven.


Alexandr Cleastornii
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This was my first time making strudel and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the strudel was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Alesia Alb
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I'm not a big fan of asparagus, but I really enjoyed this strudel. The pastry was flaky and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Jory James
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The strudel is beautiful and delicious. I served it with a simple salad and it was a perfect meal.


Jasper Hallam
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I made this strudel for a brunch party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination. The asparagus was perfectly cooked and the pastry was crispy and flaky. I will definitely be making this again.


Serenity Cote
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This asparagus strudel recipe was a delight! The combination of flaky pastry and tender asparagus was perfect, and the goat cheese filling added a tangy touch. I would definitely make this again.


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