Ingredients
1 package puff pastry or 2 sheets
10 ounces French garlic and
fine herb cheese
Splash of milk or water
3 or 4 fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
to taste
1 cup bite size cauliflower pieces
10 asparagus spears,
cleaned and trimmed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 avocado, peeled and cubed
6 grape tomatoes, halved
1⁄2 red onion, thinly sliced
4 or 5 black olives, halved
cup 1⁄4 shredded Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons thinly sliced scallions
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F, or the temperature indicated on the puff pastry instructions.
Step 2
Spread the pastry onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, stretching it to ensure a nice even crust. Bake according to package instructions. Set aside.
Step 3
In a microwavable bowl, soften the French cheese in the microwave for 30 seconds. Mix in a splash of milk or water until a creamy mixture is formed. Add the basil and salt and pepper. Set aside.
Step 4
Preheat the broiler.
Step 5
Toss the cauliflower and asparagus in olive oil, salt, and pepper. Put together on a baking sheet or on separate sheets. Roast for 10 minutes, then remove the asparagus.
Step 6
Allow the cauliflower to roast an additional 10 to 15 minutes.
Step 7
Spread the French cheese mixture over the cooked pastry as a sauce. Top with the roasted cauliflower and asparagus along with the avocado, grape tomatoes, red onion, black olives, Parmesan cheese, and scallions.
Step 8
Place on a large cutting board, cut into squares to serve immediately.
