Asparagus Roll-Ups

Mommy Fawns's Note:

This is a great recipe for something different. They look like a fancy little hors d'oeuvre. Have taken them to several get-togethers, and they are always eaten up.

• Total Time: 42 mins
• Prep Time: 30 mins
• Cook Time: 12 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 12

• 16 fresh asparagus spears
• 16 slices white bread , crusts removed
• 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese , softened
• 8 -12 slices bacon , strips cooked and crumbled
• 2 tablespoons minced chives
• ¼ cup butter or ¼ cup margarine , melted
• 3 -6 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
• lemon juice
• hot sauce

Directions:

1. Place asparagus in a skillet with a small amount of water; cook until crisp and tender, about 6-8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
2. Flatten bread with a rolling pin. Combine the cream cheese, bacon, chives, lemon juice, and hot sauce spread 1 tablespoonful on each slice of bread.
3. Top with an asparagus spear. Roll up tightly; place seam side down on a greased baking sheet. Brush with butter and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
4. Bake at 400 degrees F for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Cut roll-ups in half.