Asparagus Wrapped with Prosciutto Recipe
Asparagus always makes for a lovely side dish, but a wrapping of prosciutto transforms it into something interesting and irresistible. This dry-cured Italian ham adds a crisp, salty flair to every bite. Pair with your favorite pasta or fish dish.
Serves 6 bundles
Ingredients
| 18 | spears | asparagus |
| ~ | olive oil | |
| 4 | ounces | prosciutto, thinly sliced* |
| ~ | freshly ground black pepper |
*Find Italian prosciutto at fine delis that carry a variety of international meats. Have the butcher slice it for you or look for convenient 4-ounce packages in the same area.
Directions
Preheat oven to 450°F.
- Prepare asparagus by removing the tough lower stalks. Line all of the spears up and cut the bottoms evenly with a sharp chef’s knife.
- Place the asparagus on a clean working surface and toss with olive oil to coat.
- Divide the asparagus into bundles of three and wrap a slice of the prosciutto loosely around each group.
- Place the asparagus bundles on a baking sheet and bake on the center oven rack for 8 minutes.
- Turn the asparagus over and cook another 7–8 minutes or until they are tender and the prosciutto becomes crisp.
- Remove from the oven and plate.
- Serve immediately.
Preparation Time:
Approximately 25 minutes
