Shelly's Recipe

BEEF AND ASPARAGUS ROLL-UPS

Category: Roll Ups / Pinwheels

1 lb deli roast beef sliced thin
2-3 bunches fresh asparagus
8 oz low-fat cream cheese
1 tbsp chopped parsley
1 1/2 tbsp horseradish, drained
Scallion sprigs or chives, optional

Blanch asparagus spears quickly in salted boiling water. Do not overcook. Cool in ice water bath. Cream cheese, blend in parsley and horseradish.

Blanch scallions quickly and immerse in ice water bath. Place thinly sliced roast beef on waxed paper. Spread each slice with cream cheese/horseradish mixture. Place asparagus spear on each slice so tip is exposed. Roll each slice and tie with scallion sprig or chive. Chill covered until ready to serve.

Variation: Substitute blanched marinated green beans for asparagus.