Grilled Asparagus Bruschetta

Savory prosciutto, creamy cheese and grilled asparagus make a simple but delicious bruschetta. If you can find Teleme, a quintessential California soft cheese, so much the better.Plus: More Appetizer Recipes and Tips

By Reed Hearon
May 1997

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Recipe Summary

Yield:
10
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Ingredients

Directions

  • Heat a grill pan or cast-iron skillet. Brush the asparagus with oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill over moderate heat, turning occasionally, until crisp-tender and blackened in spots, about 8 minutes. Transfer to a work surface and halve them crosswise.

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  • Brush the bread slices on both sides with olive oil and grill over moderate heat until golden, about 1 minute per side.

  • Spread the cheese on the toasts and cover with the prosciutto. Cross 2 asparagus halves on top of each bruschetta, season with pepper and serve immediately.

Make Ahead

The toasts and asparagus can stand at room temperature for up to 8 hours. Rewarm the toasts before proceeding to Step 3.

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