Easy Asparagus Appetizer

Name: Easy Asparagus Appetizer
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 1 lb asparagus (medium sized stalks); 1/2 lb prosciutto (I trim the really fatty part off); 1/4 cup parmesan (optional - finely grated )

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This easy asparagus prosciutto appetizer is my favorite appetizer! Not only because it tastes delicious but because it is quick and easy to make.

When asparagus is in season, it is such an inexpensive vegetable in the spring. Asparagus is also a nice change from the regular winter veggie rotation.

You will love this asparagus salad with feta cheese if you enjoy asparagus! It's a simple recipe that can be used as a side, an appetizer, or lunch.

Asparagus is in season in the spring. It's the best time to buy this vegetable!

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Helpful Tip

Asparagus only stays fresh for a few days. This is how I keep it fresh. Make a new cut on the bottom and then place it in a container with a little water in the bottom. This does keep it fresh. If keeping longer than a day, change the water daily!

fresh asparagus in a mason jar with a little water in the bottom

Ingredients

Asparagus - the best size is a medium type thickness. If you are buying thin pencil-sized asparagus, you can double them up!

Prosciutto - This is an awesome Italian deli meat.

Parmesan cheese (fresh) - optional garnish at the end.

Instructions

Preheat oven to 450 F.

Step 1

Cut off the tough ends of the stock. The thicker the stocks, the more you need to cut off.

Step 2

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Take the prosciutto and wrap each asparagus stock in it. You want to try to get thin prosciutto. You don't want to cover it thickly. If you have really thin asparagus, use two and wrap them together.

Step 3

Start wrapping under the tip part. If your Prosciutto falls apart, it's ok! Just keep rolling it around your stalk.

Helpful Hint

I usually cover my pan in tinfoil (to save on cleanup) and then put some parchment down. Then you don't get the darker, more cooked marks on the prosciutto on the pan.

Step 4

Place in a 450-degree preheated oven for approximately 10 minutes. Cooking time can vary a minute or two because your asparagus stocks are thick. The asparagus will be nice and green, and the prosciutto will look cooked and crunchy.

FAQs

How do you store these appetizers if you have leftovers?

Either wrap in plastic or place in a well-sealed container. Refrigerate for a maximum of 3 days. These do not freeze well.

When I see asparagus, it's expensive! How do I get a good price?

This is a vegetable that is in season in the spring. Pricing and nutritional value are always best when you buy vegetables in season.

What else can I make with asparagus?

Try this delicious asparagus salad with feta cheese!

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