Asparagus Ham Spirals

Ingredients

  • 8 fresh asparagus spears, trimmed
  • 1 tube (8 oz.) refrigerated crescent rolls
  • 8 oz. spreadable chive-and-onion cream cheese
  • 4 thin rectangular slices of deli ham
  • 2 Tbls. butter, melted
  • 1/4 t. garlic powder

Instructions

Place asparagus in a skillet; add 1/2 inch of water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3-5 minutes or until tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.

Separate crescent dough into four rectangles; seal perforations. Spread cream cheese over each rectangle to within 1/4 inch of edges. Top each with ham, leaving l/4 inch uncovered on one long side. Place 2 asparagus spears along the long side with the ham; roll up and press seam to seal.

Cut each roll into 7 pieces. Place cut side down 1- inch apart on greased baking sheets. Combine butter and garlic powder; brush over spirals.

Bake at 375 degrees for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown or 350 degrees for 15 –18 minutes.

Makes 28 appetizers.