Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus
This is an unbeatable combination of mellow asparagus with crispy coating, salty prosciutto and a touch of cheese. These wraps may be prepared ahead of time. All you need to do is refrigerate and bake before serving. These wraps are quick to make with an amazing finish.
Servings
10-12servings
Servings
10-12servings
Ingredients
  • 24 asparagus spearstrimmed discarding ends, about 1 pound
  • 1/4cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3ounces prosciuttocut into strips
  • 8 sheets of phyllo doughthawed
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven 425°F. Coat foil lined baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Cook asparagus in large skillet with little water.  Cook until tender, about 3-5 minutes, depending on size of asparagus (or can cook in microwave).
  3. Take two sheets phyllo dough and coat each sheet with nonstick cooking spray and layer. Cut into 6 sections (one across and two down).
  4. Sprinkle each section with about 1/2 teaspoon Parmesan. Wrap a prosciutto strip around asparagus. Lay asparagus on corner of phyllo section. Roll up diagonally, exposing asparagus tip. Transfer to prepared pan. Repeat with remaining asparagus. Coat asparagus with nonstick cooking spray.
  5. Bake 8-10 minutes or until phyllo is golden and crispy. Serve warm or room temperature. If asparagus are thin, use two asparagus instead of one for each wrap.
Recipe Notes

Per Serving: Calories 25 Calories from fat 45% Fat 1g Saturated Fat 0g Cholesterol 0 mg Sodium 2mg Carbohydrate 3g Dietary Fiber 1g Sugars 1g Protein 1g Dietary Exchanges: 1 vegetable

Spicy Advice: Serve Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus as a special side or for a fun party pick-up. Sometimes I just make them because they are so good!