Asparagus Ham Spirals - cooking recipe

Ingredients

8 fresh asparagus spears-trimmed
1 tube (8 oz.) crescent rolls
1 carton (8 oz.) spreadable chive and onion cream cheese
4 thin slices of deli ham
2 Tbsp. melted butter
1/4 tsp. garlic powder

Preparation

Place asparagus in a skillet, add 1/2 inch of water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 3-5 minutes or until crisp and tender. Drain and set aside. Separate crescent dough into four rectangles, seal perforations. Spread cream cheese over each rectangle to with in 1/4 inch of edges. Top each with ham, leaving 1/2 inch uncovered on one long side. Place 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 one inch apart on greased baking sheets. Combine butter and garlic powder, brush over spirals. Bake at 375 degrees for 10-12 minute or until golden brown. Makes 28 appetizers.