Name: Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 pound fresh asparagus (about 24 medium thick spears); Olive oil spray; 12 slices prosciutto; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese (or parmesan shavings); 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional for serving)

Description

A delightful Italian appetizer featuring fresh asparagus wrapped in savory prosciutto, baked to perfection.

Ingredients

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1 pound fresh asparagus (about 24 medium thick spears)
Olive oil spray
12 slices prosciutto
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese (or parmesan shavings)
1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional for serving)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a large sheet pan with foil and a cooling rack.
Trim the tough ends of the asparagus and coat the spears with olive oil spray.
Cut the prosciutto slices in half and wrap each half around the asparagus.
Place the wrapped asparagus on the wire rack in a single layer.
Spritz with oil and sprinkle with black pepper.
Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until tender-crisp.
Transfer to a platter and garnish with parmesan and parsley.

Notes

Use thinly sliced prosciutto for the best flavor and ensure asparagus is not overcrowded on the baking rack.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 200
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 4g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 15g
Cholesterol: 30mg