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Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus
Ingredients
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24
asparagus spears (1 to 1-1/4 pounds), trimmed to 6-inch lengths
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24
thin slices provolone cheese (12 to 14 ounces)
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12
very thin slices prosciutto (8 to 10 ounces), halved lengthwise
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Cracked black pepper
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1
- 2
tablespoons olive oil
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1
- 2
tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Directions
1. Place a steamer basket in a large skillet. Add enough water to come just below bottom of basket. Bring to boiling. Place asparagus in basket. Reduce heat to medium-low. Steam, covered, for 4 minutes. Remove asparagus from basket; immerse in ice water to cool quickly. Drain asparagus; pat dry with paper towels.
2. Wrap a slice of cheese and a half-slice of prosciutto around each asparagus spear. Arrange wrapped asparagus on a serving plate. If desired, cover and chill for up to 24 hours.
3. Before serving, sprinkle with cracked pepper. Drizzle with oil and balsamic vinegar. Makes 8 servings.
Nutrition Facts
(Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus)
- Servings Per Recipe 8,
- Calories 268,
- Protein (gm) 19,
- Carbohydrate (gm) 4,
- Fat, total (gm) 20,
- Cholesterol (mg) 29,
- Saturated fat (gm) 8,
- Monosaturated fat (gm) 4,
- Polyunsaturated fat (gm) 1,
- Dietary Fiber, total (gm) 1,
- Sugar, total (gm) 2,
- Sodium (mg) 876,
- Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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I used this recipe as part of an antipasto platter I made for New Years. The flavors meld together so beautifully and the colors POP.
1/2/2012 11:09:44 AM Report AbuseI made this recipe using raw asparagus. It saved time and was also very delicious. I garnished it with balsamic glaze and roasted garlic.
12/19/2011 10:50:32 PM Report Abuse