This is my favorite appetizer recipe!

Ingredients

• 1 pound Asparagus (trimmed and washed)
• 0.5 cup Bacon Bits (pre‑cooked, store‑bought)
• 1 cup Four‑Cheese Shredded Blend (mix of asiago, provolone, parmesan, and fontina)
• 4 slices Cheddar Cheese Slices (full‑fat, sliced)
• 4 slices Gruyère Cheese Slices (full‑fat, sliced)
• 4 slices White Cheddar Cheese Slices (full‑fat, sliced)
• 1 sheet Puff Pastry Sheet (thawed according to package directions)
• 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 1 Egg (large, beaten for egg wash)
• 2 tablespoons Balsamic Glaze (optional, for finishing drizzle)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven

   Set the oven to 375°F (190°C) and allow it to preheat while you prepare the ingredients.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 375°F

2. Prepare Asparagus

   Trim the woody ends off the asparagus, wash, pat dry, and arrange the spears in a single layer on a greased baking sheet.

   Time: PT5M

3. Add Bacon Bits

   Evenly sprinkle the bacon bits over the asparagus.

   Time: PT2M

4. Season

   Sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, and freshly ground black pepper over the asparagus and bacon.

   Time: PT2M

5. Add Shredded Four‑Cheese Blend

   Scatter the shredded four‑cheese blend evenly over the seasoned asparagus.

   Time: PT2M

6. Layer Cheese Slices

   Place cheddar, Gruyère, and white cheddar slices on top, covering the asparagus and shredded cheese completely.

   Time: PT3M

7. Cover with Puff Pastry

   Unroll the thawed puff pastry sheet onto the baking sheet, pressing it gently to cover the cheese and asparagus. Trim any excess and smooth the edges.

   Time: PT5M

8. Poke Air Holes

   Using a fork, prick the puff pastry all over to create air holes and prevent a large dome from forming during baking.

   Time: PT2M

9. Egg Wash

   Beat the egg in a small bowl and brush the surface of the puff pastry with the egg wash for a golden finish.

   Time: PT2M

10. Bake

    Place the sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.

    Time: PT30M

    Temperature: 375°F

11. Optional Balsamic Glaze

    Remove from the oven, drizzle the balsamic glaze lightly over the top for a sweet‑tangy finish.

    Time: PT2M

12. Rest and Serve

    Allow the pastry to rest for 5 minutes, then cut into bite‑size squares and serve warm.

    Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

250

Protein

10g

Carbohydrates

20g

Fat

15g

Fiber

2g