Asparagus, brie and bacon muffins

1 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
12Asparagus spears; cut in half
2Red peppers; quartered roasted, peeled
2tablespoonsOlive oil
2tablespoonsChopped fresh basil
2tablespoonsDijon-style mustard
1teaspoonCrushed garlic
4Bays english muffins; lightly toasted
8slices(1 ounce each) canadian bacon; cooked
8ouncesBrie cheese; cut into 1/8-inch slices
Basil leaves for garnish

Directions

Cook asparagus in rapidly boiling water until tender, about 5 minutes, drain/ Cut roasted peppers into thin strips. In small bowl, whisk together oil, basil, mustard and garlic. Brush on muffin halves. Place on ungreased baking sheet. Layer bacon, red pepper, asparagus and Brie evenly over muffins.; Broil 6 inches from heat until Brie melts, about 1 minute Garnish with basil leaves. Serve immediately. Serves 8 Notes: Melted Brie and a pungent, basil-laced vinaigrette team up with garden- fresh asparagus and Canadian bacon for this brunch alternative. S: 8

Bays English Muffins www.bays.com Posted to MC-Recipe Digest by SuzyWert@... on Feb 13, 1998