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.
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.
