Easy Asparagus Wreath Recipe | Simple Appetizer

Asparagus Wreath

YIELD Makes 4 servings

INGREDIENTS

1 pound fresh asparagus, ends trimmed 1 tablespoon butter or margarine 1 teaspoon lemon juice 6 thin slices pepperoni, finely chopped 1/4 cup seasoned dry bread crumbs Pimiento strips for garnish

PREPARATION:

1. Peel asparagus stalks, if desired. Steam asparagus in large covered saucepan 5 to 8 minutes or until crisp-tender.
2. Arrange asparagus in wreath shape on warm, round serving platter.
3. Heat butter and lemon juice in small saucepan until butter is melted; pour over asparagus. Combine chopped pepperoni and bread crumbs in small bowl; sprinkle over asparagus. Garnish with pimiento strips.

This recipe appears in: Vegetable Side Dish