Ham and Asparagus Squares

Ingredients

• 1/2 lb asparagus spear, thin
• 1 (8 ounce) can crescent rolls
• 1 1/2 cups swiss cheese, shredded
• 1 1/2 ounces deli ham, thin
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Directions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 375º.

2. 2

   Cook aspargus in boiling water for 2 to 3 minutes until crisp-tender. Run under cold water to cool. Place on paper towels to drain.

3. 3

   Unroll dough onto cookie sheet creating a large rectangle. Press edges together to seal. Prick crust with fork and bake for 6 to 9 minutes or until brown.

4. 4

   Sprinkle crust with 1/2 the swiss cheese. Arrange ham in a single layer and sprinkle the other 1/2 of the swiss cheese on top. Place asparagus spears over the top. Brush with oil and top with red pepper flakes.

5. 5

   Cook for 5 to 7 minutes longer until cheese beins to brown.

6. 6

   Cool slightly and cut into bite sized squares.