Asparagus Wrapped in Prosciutto Recipe

Rating 5.0
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| Last Updated on January 4, 2024
Asparagus wrapped in prosciutto is a savory make-ahead appetizer or an impressive side dish. Prepared with tender asparagus, crispy prosciutto and flavorful cheese, it’s easy, elegant and delicious.
Utensils Appetizer
Globe Italian
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ingredients
8
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39
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When Chef Rachel isn’t giving cooking demos on local TV stations or creating food content for the home shopping channel, she works as a food stylist for print marketing, cookbooks, television and packaging. She graduated at the top of her class from Le Cordon Blue and is the author of "The Pretty Plate: Making Everyday Meals Magnificent." Chef Rachel is a true culinary virtuoso who is eager to share her passion with you.

Ingredients

Servings:
24
4 oz
cream cheese, softened
1 tbsp
sour cream
12
thin slices of prosciutto
24
thin asparagus spears, washed and trimmed
1/4 tsp
fresh ground pepper
1/4 tsp
salt
1/4 tsp
garlic powder
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Directions 8 steps | 39 Minutes

Step 1

Measure and prep all ingredients.

Asparagus Wrapped in Prosciutto Recipe: Measure and prep all ingredients.
Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream. Mix well until smooth. 

Asparagus Wrapped in Prosciutto Recipe: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream.
Step 3

Carefully separate the prosciutto slices and cut them in half lengthwise.

Asparagus Wrapped in Prosciutto Recipe: Carefully separate the prosciutto slices and cut them in half lengthwise.
Step 4

Spread a thin layer of softened cheese mixture on the prosciutto lengths carefully, to keep the piece intact.

Asparagus Wrapped in Prosciutto Recipe: Spread a thin layer of softened cheese mixture on the prosciutto lengths carefully, to keep the piece intact.
Step 5

Place the base of the asparagus at one end of the prosciutto and carefully roll it on an angle to cover most of the stem.

Asparagus Wrapped in Prosciutto Recipe: Place the base of the asparagus at one end of the prosciutto and carefully roll it on an angle to cover most of the stem.
Step 6

Place the wrapped asparagus on a foil-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle it with fresh ground pepper, salt and garlic powder. (See notes 1.)

Asparagus Wrapped in Prosciutto Recipe: Place the wrapped asparagus on a foil-lined baking sheet.
Step 7

Place it under a hot broiler for 2 minutes. Flip the asparagus and cook for another 2 minutes or until the prosciutto is evenly and lightly crisp.

Asparagus Wrapped in Prosciutto Recipe: Place it under a hot broiler for 2 minutes.
Step 8

Serve and enjoy!

Asparagus Wrapped in Prosciutto Recipe: Serve and enjoy!

Notes:

  1. Asparagus can be wrapped and seasoned on the foil lined tray up to a day in advance. When ready to serve, broil as directed and serve warm.

Nutrition Per Serving
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CALORIES
28
FAT
2.1 g
PROTEIN
1.7 g
CARBS
1 g
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Ten A.

Ten

28 Jun 2023

A perfect appetizer to make an impression. Flavorful, cheesy, delicate and absolutely delicious.

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