Star Shaped Asparagus Wraps (Printable Version)

Tender asparagus spears wrapped in crisp golden pastry, ideal for elegant gatherings.

# What You'll Need:

→ 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 Make It:

01 - Set the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Combine asparagus spears with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder if using; toss to coat evenly.
03 - On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry and cut into 8 strips approximately 1 inch wide and 6 inches long.
04 - Bundle 3 asparagus spears together and wrap one pastry strip around the center of each bundle, leaving tips and ends visible; pinch pastry ends together at the base to form a star shape.
05 - Arrange bundles on the baking sheet, brush pastry with beaten egg, and sprinkle evenly with grated Parmesan cheese.
06 - Bake bundles for 15 to 18 minutes, or until pastry is crisp and golden brown.
07 - Present the bundles warm, optionally garnished with additional Parmesan cheese.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Elegant appetizer suitable for springtime meals
  • Crispy golden pastry wrapped around tender asparagus
02 -
  • For flavor variation, spread cream cheese or herbed cheese on pastry before wrapping
  • Thin green beans or baby carrots can substitute asparagus for different taste
03 -
  • Ensure pastry edges are well sealed to keep the star shape intact
  • Brush egg wash evenly for a beautiful golden finish
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