Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 pound thick asparagus spears, rinsed and tough ends snapped off
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3 to 3 1/2 ounces sliced prosciutto, cut lengthwise into strips
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1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil
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Ground black pepper, to taste
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Lemon zest, optional
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Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, optional
# Instructions:
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Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper and set aside.
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Rinse and pat dry the asparagus. Snap off the tough ends of the asparagus.
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Cut prosciutto slices in half down their length. Wrap each spear of asparagus with one strip of sliced prosciutto, tugging slightly to ensure a snug wrap. Arrange the wrapped asparagus spears on the prepared sheet pan.
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Drizzle the asparagus with 1 to 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle a pinch of black pepper on top.
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Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until the asparagus is bright green and easily pierced with a fork, and the prosciutto is crisped around the edges.
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Transfer the asparagus to a serving platter. Top with lemon zest and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, if using. Serve immediately while hot.
# Notes:
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Prosciutto is naturally salty, so additional salt is not necessary.
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To double the batch, prepare 2 large baking sheets of prosciutto-wrapped asparagus.