Asparagus Bruschetta in Microwave Oven

Program: Micro power level

Cook temp: 100% Micro power level

Cook time: 1 min

 Ingredients:

• 1 baguette sliced (1cm) thickness
• 24 asparagus spears cut into 50 mm (2") long
• 2 tbsp grated mozzarella cheese
• 1 tsp chopped parsley
• 1 tsp chopped garlic
• 1 tsp butter
• 50 gms plain cream cheese
• Dry red chili flakes (paprika)
• Salt to taste

 Preparation :

1. In a microwave bowl, add the asparagus spears along with 1 tbsp of water and salt and microwave on high for 45 secs. Remove and keep aside.
2. Mix together the butter, garlic, cream cheese and parsley and apply the mixture on one side of each of baguette slices.
3. Place buttered slices on a microwave safe plate and microwave on 100% micro power level for 30 secs.
4. Arrange asparagus spears on each slice, top with the grated cheese and dry red chili flakes and microwave on high for 30 secs.
5. Serve immediately.