Asparagus Wrapped in Crisp Prosciutto

Recipesfull introduces to you: Pork Recipes. (Asparagus Wrapped in Crisp Prosciutto). Extremely easy and elegant appetizer. Asparagus spears are wrapped in a sheath of prosciutto, then baked until crispy. A great dish to make ahead, and bake just before serving.

Brief

Prep 5 mins

Cook: 15 mins

Total: 20 mins

Servings: 16

Yield: 16 appetizer servings

Asparagus Wrapped in Crisp Prosciutto

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil

16 spears fresh asparagus

trimmed

16 slices prosciutto

Real Homemade Tamales

Appetizer and Snack

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and coat with olive oil.

Step 2

Wrap one slice of prosciutto around each asparagus spear starting at the bottom and spiraling up to the tip. Place the wrapped spears on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 3

Bake for 5 minutes in the preheated oven. Remove and shake the pan back and forth to roll the spears over. Return to the oven for another 5 minutes or until asparagus is tender and prosciutto is crisp. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Information

Asparagus Wrapped in Crisp Prosciutto

Servings Per Recipe:16

Calories: 63.8

% Daily Value *

Protein: 3.1g 6%

Carbohydrates: 0.6g

Dietary Fiber: 0.3g 1%

Sugars: 0.3g

Fat: 5.4g 8%

Saturated Fat: 1.9g 10%

Cholesterol: 12.6mg 4%

Vitamin A Iu: 121IU 2%

Niacin Equivalents: 0.2mg 2%

Vitamin C: 0.9mg 2%

Folate: 8.3mcg 2%

Calcium: 3.8mg

Iron: 0.4mg 2%

Magnesium: 2.2mg 1%

Potassium: 32.3mg 1%

Sodium: 278.6mg 11%

Calories From Fat: 48.7

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Nutrition information is provided for reference only. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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