Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus (3 Ways)
Prosciutto-wrapped asparagus is an Italian classic that even a beginner can get perfect the first time. This appetizer is ready in just 15 minutes and delivers a flavor explosion that will keep you coming back for more.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 lb asparagus 15-20 stalks with woody ends trimmed off
- 1 tbsp virgin olive oil
- A pinch of salt use a very light hand as the prosciutto is very salty on its own, especially when roasted
- black pepper Freshly ground
- 6-8 slices slices of prosciutto sliced in half lengthways
- Full-fat cream cheese *only required for the third method
Instructions
Classic Giada de Laurentiis method
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Snap the dry stem ends off of each asparagus and place on a heavy baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt (go easy on it) and pepper, and toss. Roast until the asparagus is tender, about 15 minutes. Allow to cool completely.
- Wrap each asparagus stalk with one piece (about 1/2 a slice) of prosciutto, leaving the tips exposed. Arrange on a platter and serve at room temperature.
Notes
Alternatives:
Roasting with the Prosciutto
- In step two, wrap the prepped asparagus in prosciutto prior to roasting and then cook for 15 minutes as usual. It's also key that you skip the salt in this method, as the roasted prosciutto is very salty.
- Before wrapping the asparagus, spread each piece of prosciutto with a thin layer of cream cheese. Skip the salt for this method, too. Wrap and roast for 15 minutes as usual.
Nutrition
Calories: 69kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 55mgPotassium: 169mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 574IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 19mgIron: 2mg
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