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Limoncello Asparagus Spears

Ingredients

  • 4 ozs. half block cream cheese
  • 2 tablespoons limoncello
  • 1 tsp. grated lemon zest
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 egg
  • 1 bunch asparagus
  • 1 package wonton wrappers

Instructions

  • In a small bowl whisk together the cream cheese and limoncello, until smooth.
  • Zest one lemon and mix with 1 teaspoon kosher salt.
  • Beat one egg to make an egg wash.
  • Cut the woody ends off of the asparagus.
  • Spread the limoncello cream on the center of a wonton wrapper, avoiding the edges.
  • Lay an asparagus spear on the top edge of the wrapper.
  • Roll it toward you.
  • Roll it so the seam is at the bottom and place it on a silpat-lined baking sheet.
  • For decoration, slice three diagonal slits in the wrapper.
  • Brush with egg wash.
  • Sprinkle with lemon salt.
  • Bake in a 450-degree oven for 12 minutes.
  • Serve warm.