asparagus-ham-and-cheese-melts-15164.json

{
    "directions": [
        "Preheat broiler.",
        "In a small bowl stir together Parmesan and mayonnaise. Trim asparagus to fit bread and arrange asparagus in a skillet just large enough to hold it in one layer. Add 1/2 inch salted cold water and cook asparagus, covered, over moderately high heat 5 minutes, or until just tender. In a colander drain asparagus well.",
        "Arrange bread on a baking sheet and butter top of each slice. Broil bread about 6 inches from heat until golden, about 2 minutes. Turn bread over and arrange ham on each slice, folding or trimming to fit if necessary. Arrange asparagus on ham and spread with Parmesan mixture. Broil sandwiches about 3 inches from heat until golden, 1 to 2 minutes."
    ],
    "ingredients": [
        "1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan (about 1 1/2 ounces)",
        "1/4 cup mayonnaise",
        "1 pound thin asparagus",
        "4 slices Italian or other white bread",
        "2 teaspoons unsalted butter, softened",
        "1/4 pound sliced cooked ham"
    ],
    "language": "en-US",
    "source": "www.epicurious.com",
    "tags": [
        "Sandwich",
        "Cheese",
        "Pork",
        "Vegetable",
        "Broil",
        "Quick & Easy",
        "Summer",
        "Gourmet"
    ],
    "title": "Asparagus, Ham, and Cheese Melts",
    "url": "http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/asparagus-ham-and-cheese-melts-15164"
}