First...stop by at the Style Sisters blog for a chocolate giveaway....YUM!
Second, I must be in an entertaining state of mind as I am thinking of and reading about appetizer ideas. This is another easy and elegant idea. My favorite way of serving asparagus is to roast it with some extra virgin olive oil and salt and pepper. It takes on a nutty and rich flavor and is so delicious. When I read this recipe, it jumped right into my appetizer file because it sounds so good. I can't wait to try it. I think you can blanch these and wrap ahead of time. When you are ready to serve, just place the baking sheet in the oven so they will be fresh for your guests.
Asparagus Rolls with Prosciutto
Trim 2 bunches of asparagus. Cook 3 minutes in boiling water. Take out of the hot water and place in a bowl filled with ice water. Remove from water and let dry.
Sprinkle dry asparagus with 2 tsp of olive oil and sprinkle with 1/4 tsp black pepper.
Cut slices of prosciutto in half lengthwise (about a half pound).
Roll up 2 asparagus spears in a prosciutto half and transfer to a baking sheet. Repeat with all asparagus and prosciutto.
Bake at 425 degrees for 15 minutes and serve.
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Prosciutto is like bacon...anything that is wrapped in this salty cured meat just brings the food to a new level. I enjoy wrapping prosciutto around melons and salad greens. Of course, I enjoy it in pasta and soups too. I like in everything!
ReplyDeleteYou gave another great way to use prosciutto.
mmm this looks delicious! i'm preggo..does that mean i can wake my hubby up and make him go get this for me?? hehe. jk...but for sure i'm making this soon!
ReplyDeleteLinda, not only are these asparagus spears a great appetizer, they would be a terrific side dish, as well. Thanks for the idea.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great addition to the appetizer collection. I really love the way this sounds.
ReplyDeleteI'll bet this would taste great with roasted asparagus, too; thanks for planting that seed.
ReplyDeleteI bet these look beautiful on a plate of appetizers, something different, fresh and green. As GG mentioned, this would make a terrific side dish as well. Thanks for sharing this one.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the post about our chocolate giveaway. We have you down for two entries! Good Luck...I hope you win. :)
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