Recipes | Ontario Asparagus Brie & Ham Panini
Ontario Asparagus Brie & Ham Panini
Keep things simple, seasonal, and delicious with this Ontario Asparagus and Brie Ham Panini. This golden, crisp sandwich features Dijon mustard, charred Ontario asparagus, slices of triple-cream brie, and deli ham, served on a toasted baguette. Basically, it’s the exact opposite of a sad desk lunch.
Ingredients
Servings
For the Charred Asparagus
- 1 Bundle Ontario Grown Asparagus, Woody Ends Removed
- 2 Tbsp. Olive Oil
- 1 Tsp. Kosher Salt
- 1 Clove Garlic, Minced
- To Taste Fresh Ground Pepper
Asparagus Brie & Ham Panini
- 1 Baguette, Quartered
- 1/4 Cup Dijon Mustard
- 1 Batch Charred Asparagus
- 8 Slices Triple-Cream Brie
- 12 Slices Deli Ham
- To Serve Dill Pickles
Instructions
Step 1
Place the asparagus in a bowl and add the olive oil and salt. Toss to coat.Step 2
Transfer the asparagus to a cast-iron griddle over medium heat. Add the asparagus and grilled until lightly charred on both sides. Roughly 3 minutes a side.Step 3
Once the asparagus is grilled, return it to the bowl. Add the garlic and fresh ground pepper. Toss to coat.Step 4
Spread Dijon mustard on all of the baguette pieces. Top each sandwich with the asparagus spears, brie, and ham slices.Step 5
Transfer the sandwiches to the griddle and place a heated panini press on top. Let them toast for 5 minutes or until the cheese gets nice and melty.Step 6
Place the sandwiches on plate sand serve immediately with dill pickles on the side, if desired.
