Wrapped Asparagus

Name: Wrapped Asparagus
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 15 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp. Lemon Juice; 1 Tbsp. Olive Oil; 1 Clove Garlic, Minced; 16 Medium Fresh Asparagus Spears (About 1 Pound), Each Trimmed To 5 Inches; 8 Thin Slices Margherita® Deli Prosciutto (About 1/4 Pound); 1/3 Cup Soft Goat Cheese

Total Time:

40 mins

Skill Level:

Beginner

Servings:

8 Servings

A sophisticated blend of lemon, garlic, fresh asparagus, delicate goat cheese and tasty Prosciutto, this recipe makes a delicious appetizer,… View More

A sophisticated blend of lemon, garlic, fresh asparagus, delicate goat cheese and tasty Prosciutto, this recipe makes a delicious appetizer, an attractive buffet item or a savory side dish.

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Total Time:

40 mins

Skill Level:

Beginner

Servings:

8 Servings

Ingredients

Boneless Dry Cured Prosciutto

1 Tbsp. Lemon Juice1 Tbsp.
1 Tbsp. Olive Oil1 Tbsp.
1 Clove Garlic, Minced1
16 Medium Fresh Asparagus Spears (About 1 Pound), Each Trimmed To 5 Inches16
8 Thin Slices Margherita® Deli Prosciutto (About 1/4 Pound)8
1/3 Cup Soft Goat Cheese1/3 Cup

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425°F. Combine lemon juice, olive oil and garlic in large bowl. Add asparagus; toss to coat. Place asparagus in baking pan.
Bake 8 minutes, or until crisp-tender. Let cool to room temperature (about 15 minutes).
Cut each prosciutto slice in half lengthwise. Spread each piece with about 1 teaspoon goat cheese. Wrap each slice in a spiral around each asparagus spear. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

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