Star Shaped Asparagus Bundles (Printable)

Crispy pastry stars encase tender asparagus spears, ideal for elegant springtime appetizers or gatherings.

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables

01 - 24 medium asparagus spears, trimmed

→ Pastry

02 - 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed

→ Dairy

03 - 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
04 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

→ Seasoning

05 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
06 - ½ teaspoon salt
07 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
08 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)

# How to Prepare:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss the asparagus spears with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder if using.
03 - Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut into 8 strips approximately 1 inch wide and 6 inches long.
04 - Gather 3 asparagus spears and wrap one pastry strip around the middle, leaving tips and ends exposed; pinch pastry ends together to create a star shape.
05 - Place bundles on the prepared baking sheet, brush pastry with beaten egg, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
06 - Bake for 15 to 18 minutes until pastry is golden brown and crisp.
07 - Serve warm, optionally garnished with extra Parmesan cheese.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Elegant appetizer perfect for festive gatherings
  • Delightful springtime meal option
02 -
  • For added flavor spread a thin layer of cream cheese or herbed cheese on the pastry strips before wrapping
  • Substitute asparagus with thin green beans or baby carrots for a variation
03 -
  • Use a sharp knife or pastry cutter for clean pastry strips
  • Make sure asparagus spears are trimmed evenly for uniform bundles
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