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Roasted White Asparagus with Prosciutto

White asparagus spears wrapped in thin prosciutto di Parma and roasted until the ham crisps and chars at the edges.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 22 minutes
Total Time: 37 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: German
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 280kcal

Ingredients

  • 600 g white asparagus peeled
  • 8 thin slices prosciutto di Parma
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
  • 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and white pepper
  • Freshly grated Parmesan to serve (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 200°C. Peel asparagus thoroughly from just below the tip.
  • Brush asparagus with olive oil. Season with salt, white pepper, and thyme.
  • Wrap each spear or bundle in prosciutto, leaving tips exposed.
  • Roast 18–22 min until prosciutto is crispy and asparagus is tender.
  • Brown butter in small pan until nutty. Add lemon juice. Drizzle over asparagus. Serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 280kcal | Protein: 16g | Fat: 22g | Fiber: 3g
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