Goat Cheese Asparagus Mousse

Goat Cheese Asparagus Mousse

1

1 pound asparagus, trimmed

2 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme

1 clove garlic, minced 

1 green onion, chopped

1/2 cup silken tofu, drained 

1 cup soft goat cheese 

⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper

1. Steam asparagus 5 minutes, or until very soft but still bright green.

2. Transfer to food processor or blender, and purée with thyme and garlic until smooth.

3. Cool 5 minutes.

4. Add tofu, goat cheese, and cayenne pepper, and process until smooth.

5. Season with salt and pepper.

6. Spoon into a decorative bowl, and chill 2 hours, or overnight.

7.  Serve with toasted slices of bread and fresh vegetables.