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prosciutto-wrapped asparagus spears lined up on a serving board in a wide horizontal shot, crisp golden prosciutto, parmesan and a balsamic drizzle, scattered black pepper, rustic wood surface, natural light, shallow depth of field, landscape orientation

Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus

Asparagus is wrapped in prosciutto, and then roasted until they are crisp on the edges.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 24 asparagus spears trimmed
  • 12 slices prosciutto halved lengthwise
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.25 cup grated parmesan
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp balsamic glaze

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet.
  2. Toss asparagus with olive oil and pepper.
  3. Wrap each spear with a strip of prosciutto.
  4. Arrange on the sheet and sprinkle with parmesan.
  5. Roast 12 to 15 minutes until prosciutto is crisp and asparagus is tender.
  6. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and serve warm.

Notes

Snap off the woody ends of the asparagus; they break right where they should.