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  • Writer's pictureLisa Lou
    • Mar 17
    • 1 min read

Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus with Lazio Olive Oil Seasoning

Updated: 1 day ago


White Scalloped Gold Rim Ceramic Platter


This recipe comes courtesy of Chefs Penny and Eli Martinez.


Hands down this recipe is one of the most delicious appetizers you can serve at a party. An easy combination of Prosciutto and asparagus create a tasty dish that is sure to please even the pickiest guests.


Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus with Lazio Olive Oil Seasoning
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Makes 5 servings

Preparation Time: 30 minutes



Ingredients:

*1 bunch of fresh asparagus *4 oz. Prosciutto di Parma, thinly sliced *2 oz. shredded Parmesano Reggiano *Freshly cracked black pepper (to taste) *Kosher salt (to taste) *1 cup extra virgin olive oil, your favorite bottled brand

*2 tbsp. dry Italian herb blend or herb de Provence *1 tsp. Cara Cara fresh orange zest


Preparation:

*Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. *Cut 1 inch off the bottom of each asparagus and discard. *On a cutting board, lay down flat a strip of prosciutto and place the asparagus on the end. *Roll the asparagus up with the prosciutto. *Take the prosciutto-wrapped asparagus and lay on a pre-greased sheet pan. (Do not over-stack.)

*Place in the oven and cook for 10 minutes or until prosciutto is slightly crispy. *Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle salt, fresh ground black pepper, and parmesan cheese to taste. *Arrange on a serving platter.

Preparation of the Roman oil: *Pour extra virgin olive oil into a small saucepan and warm up on medium heat for 2 minutes.

*Turn the heat off and add dry herb blend and orange zest; stir. *Serve alongside prosciutto-wrapped asparagus as a dipping sauce.




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