# What you'll need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 24 medium asparagus spears, trimmed
→ Pastry
02 - 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
→ Dairy
03 - 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
04 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
→ Seasoning
05 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
08 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
# Preparation steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss asparagus spears with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and optional garlic powder until evenly coated.
03 - Roll out puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Cut into 8 strips approximately 1 inch wide and 6 inches long.
04 - Gather three asparagus spears and wrap one pastry strip around the center, leaving tips and ends exposed. Pinch pastry ends together at the base to form a star shape.
05 - Place bundles on prepared sheet. Brush pastry with beaten egg and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
06 - Bake for 15 to 18 minutes until pastry is golden brown and crisp.
07 - Serve warm, optionally garnished with additional Parmesan cheese.
