PROSCIUTTO WRAPPED ASPARAGUS RECIPE - (4.7/5)

Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus Recipe - (4.7/5) image

Provided by á-10360

Number Of Ingredients 6

24 asparagus spears (1 to 1-1/4 pounds), trimmed to 6-inch lengths
24 thin slices provolone cheese (12 to 14 ounces)
12 very thin slices prosciutto (8 to 10 ounces), halved lengthwise
Cracked black pepper
1 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Steps:

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. 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. Before serving, sprinkle with cracked pepper. Drizzle with oil and balsamic vinegar. Makes 8 servings.