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Time together with family and friends can be special, no matter the occasion. Such gatherings may take place at restaurants or other public spaces, but many families also celebrate by welcoming friends and relatives into their homes. Hosting is no small task, particularly when hosts must feed a crowd. However, choosing simple recipes, such as this one for “Green Asparagus Wrapped In Roast Beef” courtesy of Lines+Angles, can free up time to socialize with loved ones.

Green Asparagus Wrapped In Roast Beef

Makes 4 servings or 8 appetizers

8 thick asparagus, woody ends removed

8 slices roast beef, cold, trimmed of excess fat and gristle

1 cup cottage cheese

2 scallions, or spring onions, chopped

Salt

Freshly ground black pepper

1. Blanch the asparagus spears in a large saucepan of salted, boiling water for 2 to 3 minutes until tender to the bite.

2. Drain and refresh immediately in a large bowl of ice water. Remove from the water after 3 minutes and pat dry. Season with salt and pepper.

3. Spread the slices of roast beef with the cottage cheese. Place an asparagus spear at one end of the slice and roll into a cigar shape, enveloping the asparagus in the center.

4. Arrange on a platter and sprinkle with chopped scallion before serving.

Preparation time: 15 minutes

Total time: 15 minutes

Difficulty: Easy

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