Spring Tartine with Fresh Cheese Square

Instructions

1. 1

   Peel the asparagus, cook them for 20 minutes in salted boiling water until they are well tender.

2. 2

   Set aside 4 tips.

3. 3

   Drain the remaining asparagus and cut them into pieces.

4. 4

   Put the asparagus in a blender with the mustard and fresh cheese.

5. 5

   Blend until you get a creamy consistency.

6. 6

   Add chives, parsley, and pepper.

7. 7

   Refrigerate.

8. 8

   In a pan, heat a little olive oil, and toast the bread slices.

9. 9

   When the bread is nicely crispy, remove it, and rub it with a halved garlic clove just before serving. Spread the garlic bread with the fresh cheese cream and arrange some mountain ham shreds on top.

10. 10

    Enjoy fresh, served with a salad.