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Roasted Asparagus Wrapped in Prosciutto

Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 bunch asparagus spears (usually has approx 20-25 spears) medium thickness, washed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 20-25 slices Prosciutto, thinly sliced (the cheapest prosciutto is perfect for these)
  • grated Parmesan cheese for garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 F.
    Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or tin foil.
  • Remove the hard part of asparagus spear by gently bending each stalk about a 1/4 of the way up the stalk, until it snaps, the weak point is where the hard (aka not as tasty) part of the spear begins. Reserve the top part and discard the bottom end. (If spears are very thin, simply cut of a bit of the end, as most of the spear will be good).
  • In a large bowl toss the asparagus with olive oil.
  • Wrap each asparagus spear with a slice of prosciutto.
    Arrange asparagus in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  • Roast for about 15-17 minutes, depending on thickness of spears.
    Remove from the oven and serve as a side to your meal, or as an appetizer (they are good at room temperature also, no need to reheat)