Asparagus Rollups

Directions

1. 1
   Snap off tough ends of asparagus, and remove scales from stalks with a vegetable peeler, if desired.
2. 2
   Arrange asparagus in a steamer basket over boiling water.
3. 3
   Cover and steam 4 to 6 minutes or until crisp-tender.
4. 4
   Remove from steamer, and cool on paper towels.
5. 5
   Stir together cream cheese and next 3 ingredients.
6. 6
   Roll each bread slice with a rolling pin to flatten.
7. 7
   Spread 1 side of each slice with 2 tablespoons cream cheese mixture; top each with 1 ham slice.
8. 8
   Place 2 asparagus spears, tips pointed toward opposite ends, on one end of each bread slice; roll up, and place, seam side down, on a greased baking sheet.
9. 9
   Brush with butter; sprinkle with paprika.
10. 10
    Bake at 400°F for 12-15 minutes or until golden.
11. 11
    Serve immediately.
12. 12
    Garnish, if desired.
13. 13
    Note: Freeze unbaked roll ups up to 1 month in an airtight container.
14. 14
    Thaw in refrigerator, and bake as directed.
15. 15
    Yield: 12 appetizer servings.