*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                           Asparagus Ham Swirls

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Serving Size  : 48   Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Appetizers                       French*
                Vegetable

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
  16                    Fresh asparagus spears -- trimmed
   3      tablespoons   Dijon mustard
  16      Thin slices   ham -- fully cooked
  16      slices        Swiss cheese -- process
   2                    Eggs -- beaten
   1      cup           Dry bread crumbs
                        Cooking oil

In a skillet, cook asparagus in a small amount of water until crisp-tender
 about 6-8 minutes; drain well.  Srpead about 1 teaspoon of mustard on each ham slice. 
 Top with one slice of cheese.  Place an asparagus spear at one end
 (Trim to fit, if needed) .  Roll up each ham sliced tightly, secure with three toothpicks. 
 Dip ham roll in egg, then roll in bread crumbs.  In an electric skilet, heat 1 inch oil to 350 F.
  Fry rolls a few at a time, until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.  
Drain on paper towels; keep warm.  Cut each roll between the toothpicks into three pieces.  
Yield: 4 dozen.

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