VERY TASTY ASPARAGUS SANDWICH

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When the asparagus starts growing in the spring it is a challenge to find ways to use it. A friend shared this recipe with me and I adapted it a bit. The result is a very good sandwich. Note: I have discovered that if you put the fresh cut asparagus in water and keep it in the refrigerator it will stay fresh even for two or...

Provided by J. White Harris

Categories     Sandwiches

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 17

8 to 10 fresh asparagus spears, washed and trimmed
2 Tbsp butter, divided
garlic salt
lemon pepper
2 slice pumpernickel bread
2 slice jack cheese
1 or 2 Tbsp tablespoons thousand island dressing, recipe follows
1 thin slice red onion, separated into rings
pickle slices
thin slices of deli ham, if desired
THOUSAND ISLAND DRESSING:
1-1/2 c mayonnaise
1 hard-boiled egg, crushed finely
1 c ketchup
1/4 c relish
garlic salt
lemon pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Blanch asparagus spears in boiling, salted water for 1 minute. Remove immediately to a bowl of ice water.
  • 2. Melt 1 Tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add asparagus and lightly saute. Season with garlic salt and lemon pepper. Remove asparagus and set aside.
  • 3. Butter 2 pieces of bread with the remaining 1 tablespoon butter. Place bread in the same skillet, buttered side down, and grill on 1 side.
  • 4. Flip bread and lay 1 piece of cheese on each slice of bread. Grill until cheese is melted and then remove from pan.
  • 5. Spread desired amount of dressing on top of each slice of bread. Arrange asparagus on top of cheese, rotating the spears.
  • 6. Put onion and pickles on top of asparagus. Add Deli ham if desired. Cut sandwich in half. ENJOY
  • 7. Thousand Island Dressing: Yields- 2-3/4 cups In a medium bowl, mix all ingredients together. Season with garlic salt, and lemon pepper, to taste. Store in an air-tight container and refrigerate until ready to use.

Gwokyalya Winnie
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves asparagus. It's a delicious and easy sandwich that's perfect for lunch or dinner.


Debebe Ashenafi
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This sandwich is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the asparagus sandwich and they didn't even realize they were eating vegetables.


Jon Garcia
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to use up leftover asparagus and it's also a delicious and easy lunch or dinner option.


Nasrullah Jakhro
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This sandwich was delicious! The asparagus was tender and the cheese was melted and gooey. I loved the flavor of the bread with the asparagus and cheese.


kamrul mia
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I made this sandwich for my family and they all loved it. The asparagus was cooked perfectly and the sandwich was very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Benjamin Mensah
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This sandwich is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. It's also a quick and easy lunch or dinner option.


Madre Payne
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I'm not usually a fan of asparagus, but this sandwich was surprisingly good. The asparagus was tender and flavorful, and the cheese and bread were the perfect complement. I'll definitely be making this again.


Farooq hum
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This sandwich was so easy to make and it turned out so delicious. I loved the combination of asparagus, cheese, and bread. I will definitely be making this again.


Xavier Bergstrom
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I've tried many asparagus sandwich recipes, but this one is by far the best. The asparagus is cooked to perfection and the combination of flavors is amazing. I highly recommend this recipe!


Merhawi Fukur
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This asparagus sandwich was a delightful surprise! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect. The asparagus was tender and flavorful, the bread was crispy and buttery, and the cheese was gooey and melted. I will definitely be making this sa