CHEESY ASPARAGUS BITES

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When I managed a cafeteria, I would cook up different snacks for the staff. These tiny squares with big asparagus flavor never lasted long and prompted lots of recipe requests. -Lois McAtee, Oceanside, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 50m

Yield 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup diced onion
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
4 large eggs, beaten
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces

Steps:

  • In a skillet, saute onion and garlic in oil until tender. Combine cheese, bread crumbs, parsley, salt, pepper, oregano and hot pepper sauce. Stir in the onion mixture and eggs. , Cook asparagus in a small amount of water until crisp-tender, about 3-4 minutes; drain well. , Stir into cheese mixture. Pour into a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 15 minutes. Cut into small squares; serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 124mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Ahmed Almadani
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These bites are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I highly recommend them!


Nosie Nyanda
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I've never been a fan of asparagus, but these bites were amazing! I'm definitely going to make them again.


Pak Creator
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These bites are the perfect finger food for a party. They're easy to eat and everyone loves them.


Micayla Daniels
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I made these bites for a brunch party and they were a big hit! Everyone loved them.


ntombi mlinyane
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These bites are a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Md Rifat Hassan
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I love how versatile this recipe is. You can use any type of cheese or vegetable that you like.


Nefise Pacolli
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These bites are so cute and delicious! They're perfect for a party or potluck.


Marcella Bland
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Overall, I thought this was a good recipe. It was easy to follow and the bites turned out great. I would definitely make them again.


Astha Gogia
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I found that the asparagus was a little tough, even after cooking it for the recommended time. I would suggest cooking it for a few minutes longer.


TheBlackonslaught
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These bites were a little too greasy for my taste. I think I would have preferred them if they had been baked instead of fried.


Husban Raza
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I'm not a huge fan of asparagus, but I really enjoyed these bites. The cheese and bacon really helped to balance out the flavor of the asparagus.


Takalani Rakhadani
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I love that this recipe uses fresh asparagus. It really makes a difference in the flavor of the dish.


Gaming Fariya
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These bites are the perfect appetizer or snack. They're also great for meal prep because they can be made ahead of time and reheated.


Colbi Clampeth
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The asparagus is tender and flavorful, and the cheese is perfectly melted and gooey.


Mahin Hasan
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These cheesy asparagus bites were a hit at my party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.