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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for 3 - 4 minutes to crisp up the prosciutto. Serve hot, with lemon wedges if using.

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