Effortless Prosciutto Asparagus (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 pound of thick asparagus, washed and ends snapped off
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3 to 3 1/2 ounces of prosciutto slices, sliced lengthwise into thinner strips
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1-2 tablespoons of olive oil
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Black pepper, freshly ground as needed
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Optional: Lemon peel, grated
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Optional: Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
# Instructions:
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Cover a big baking sheet with parchment paper and keep it close by.
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Wash and dry the asparagus. Break off the tough parts at the bottom.
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Take the prosciutto strips and slice them in half lengthwise. Wrap one piece around each asparagus spear snugly, then lay them on the baking sheet.
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Drizzle about 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil over the asparagus and sprinkle a bit of black pepper on them.
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Cook the asparagus for about 8-10 minutes. It'll turn a bright green, the prosciutto will crisp up, and a fork will go through the asparagus easily.
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Move the cooked asparagus to your serving dish. If you'd like, sprinkle some grated Parmesan and lemon zest on top before serving while it's still warm.
# Notes:
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The saltiness in prosciutto means you won’t need to add extra salt.
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Got more people to feed? Use two large baking sheets to make a double batch.