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Asparagus Wrapped with Prosciutto Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Servings: 4
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Ingredients - 1 pound fresh asparagus - 1 tablespoon butter - 1 tablespoon olive oil - salt - 4 slices prosciutto, thinly sliced - lemon wedges (optional) The prosciutto wrap makes a nice presentation and adds an elegant flavor dimension. Directions
- Wash asparagus and break off tough ends - they will snap easily at the point where the
stem becomes tender.
Heat oil and butter (use all oil or all butter if preferred) in a skillet large enough to lay spears flat. When oil is hot, add asparagus and roll spears around a bit to coat with oil. Salt lightly. Cover and cook until just barely tender, about 4 - 5 minutes (time will vary depending on thickness of spears).
Remove from pan and divide into 4 bunches. Wrap a slice of prosciutto around each bunch and carefully return to pan. Cook, uncovered, turning once,
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