Easter Asparagus Ham Roll-Ups

The chive ties on these bundles of flavor suggest you've been tied up in the kitchen for hours. But their speedy assembly makes them the perfect appetizer or snack to impress guests.

What You Need:
(Makes: 16 roll-ups)
16 fresh asparagus spears, trimmed
1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 16 strips
8 ounces of Havarti cheese, cut into 16 strips
8 thin slices of deli ham or prosciutto cut in half lengthwise
16 whole chives

What to Do:
STEP 1) In a large skillet, bring 1 inch of water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and cook for 3 minutes. Drain and immediately place asparagus in ice water. Drain and pat dry.

STEP 2) Place an asparagus spear, red pepper strip and cheese strip on each slice of ham. Roll up tightly; tie with a chive. Refrigerate until serving.

STEP 3) Happy Easter & Enjoy!

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Donna Breault comes from a diverse cooking background from both coasts, always on the look-out for new cuisine challenges. An avid gardener, photographer, and traveler, she loves sharing the joy of food with her readers.

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