Grilled Asparagus with Prosciutto

Name: Grilled Asparagus with Prosciutto
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds asparagus, trimmed; 2 tablespoons olive oil; Coarse salt and ground pepper; 5 to 6 thin slices prosciutto or ham

The vibrant flavor of grilled asparagus is paired here with crispy prosciutto.

Source: Everyday Food, July/August 2003

20 mins 20 mins 4

Total Time Prep Servings

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds asparagus, trimmed
2 tablespoons olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
5 to 6 thin slices prosciutto or ham

Directions

1. Heat grill to high. In shallow dish, toss asparagus with oil; season with salt and pepper.
2. Grill asparagus, turning occasionally, until tender when pierced with tip of a paring knife, 8 to 12 minutes. Meanwhile, place prosciutto slices on grill; cook, turning often, until crispy and slightly charred, 2 to 4 minutes.
3. Place asparagus on serving platter; crumble grilled prosciutto over the top.

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GaGato6

8 JUL, 2008

I have made grilled asparagus with prosciutto, but I take 3 or 4 spears of asparagus, and wrap a slice of proscuitto around the spears. It makes a wonderful first course with baby greens under it with a light vinegrette, or as a side with the main course.
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GaGato6

8 JUL, 2008

I have made grilled asparagus with prosciutto, but I take 3 or 4 spears of asparagus, and wrap a slice of proscuitto around the spears. It makes a wonderful first course with baby greens under it with a light vinegrette, or as a side with the main course.
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