Ingredients

  • 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 pound Asparagus, Tough Ends Removed And Washed
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 Tablespoon Pepper
  • 1/4 pounds Baby Tomatoes, Cut In Half
  • 1/2 cups Goat Cheese
  • 1/2 cups Taleggio
  • 2 Tablespoons Fresh Spring Onions
  • 1 teaspoon Olive Oil
  • 1 Tablespoon Salt
  • 1 Tablespoon Pepper
  • 1 Tablespoon Crushed Red Pepper
  • 1 Tablespoon Mixed Italian Seasoning

Method

  • For the asparagus and tomatoes:
  • Set a large saute pan over medium heat and add the olive oil.
  • When oil is hot add your asparagus and season with the salt and pepper.
  • Cook for around 5-7 minutes (you want the asparagus to stay crispy).
  • Turn off the heat.
  • For the goat cheese mousse:
  • In a food processor, add the goat cheese, taleggio, spring onions, olive oil, salt, pepper, crushed red pepper and Italian seasonings.
  • Process until very smooth and creamy.
  • To serve the salad, place a spoonful of the cheese mousse on your plate and serve with some of the roasted asparagus and the baby tomatoes.
  • Sprinkle the entire plate with a little extra salt and pepper.
  • Buon Appetito!