Asparagus Tart
This Asparagus Tart is so delicious and so easy to make. It consists of simple ingredients including ready-made puff pastry making this a perfect semi-homemade recipe. I love using ready-made ingredients whenever possible. My biggest pleasure of cooking is enjoying it with my family. Using ready-made ingredients whenever possible keep cooking times to a minimum.
I love the taste of the asparagus with the cream cheese and the delicious puff pastry. It becomes a decadent side dish that will impress all of your guests.
Asparagus Tart
Delicious and impressive side dish using semi-homemade ingredients keeping this a stress free gourmet dish.
Ingredients
- 1 package ready-made puff pastry, thawed if frozen
- Butter, softened
- 8 oz. cream cheese, softened
- Juice of one lemon
- ¼ cup chopped chives
- 12 spears asparagus
- 2-4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F and coat a baking sheet with butter. Place your thawed puff pastry on the baking sheet.
- Using an electric mixture, beat cream cheese, lemon, and chives on medium until well-combined. Spread onto your puff pastry but leave an inch of the edges.
- Cut the bottoms/ends of your asparagus and place on your cheese-topped puff pastry. Top with EVOO, salt and pepper.
- Bake for 18 to 20 minutes. Bon appetit!
Nutrition Information:
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 603Saturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 62mgSodium: 335mgCarbohydrates: 31gFiber: 1gSugar: 3gProtein: 8g
I’m Melissa, the imaginative force behind Sparkles to Sprinkles, where creativity comes to life, and sprinkles of joy are scattered generously. Melissa is a proud Jersey girl who found love with a New York boy. As a mom to four wonderful boys and a few fur babies, her journey into the world of blogging began after making the life-changing decision to stay home and raise her children. Previously a dedicated workaholic, Melissa’s blog became her creative outlet and passion project. Inspired by her mother-in-law, a masterful cook renowned for her delicious home-cooked meals and legendary holiday feasts (think mouthwatering sausage stuffing), Melissa honed her culinary skills through a combination of family recipes and countless cooking classes. She often attended these classes with her son Michael, who shared her enthusiasm for cooking from a young age. Melissa’s love for learning extends beyond familiar cuisines, as she enjoys exploring international recipes in hands-on cooking classes. Her blog features a diverse array of recipes, showcasing her expertise with various kitchen appliances such as the Instant Pot, air fryer, Slow Cooker, Ninja Foodi, Instant Vortex Plus, and more. Join Melissa on her culinary adventures as she shares tried-and-true family favorites alongside exciting new discoveries!
