Shelly's Recipe

ASPARAGUS HAM SPIRALS

Category: Roll Ups / Pinwheels

8 fresh asparagus spears
1 (8 oz) tub refrigerator crescents
1 (8 oz) carton chive and onion cream cheese
4 thin slices deli ham
1/4 tsp garlic powder

Place asparagus in skillet; add 1/2 inch water. Bring to boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 3-5 min. Drain and set aside.

Separate crescent dough into four rectangles; seal perforations. Spread cream cheese over each rectangle to within 1/4 inch of edges. Top each with ham, leaving 1/4 inch uncovered on one long side. Please two asparagus spears along the long side with the ham; roll up and press seam to seal.

Cut each roll into seven pieces. Place cut side down 1 inch apart on greased baking sheets. Combine butter and garlic powder; brush over spirals. Bake at 375 for 10-12 minutes Yields: 28 appetizers.