Servings:
Makes 24 Servings
Ingredients
- 12 slice prosciutto, cut in half
- 24 slice jumbo asparagus spears, 4 inches long
- 8 ounce butter, melted
- 8 ounce parmesan, cheese
- 1 ounce lemon
Preparation
Baking Directions:
Preheat oven to 350° F.
Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil, add asparagus and blanch for 1 minute, or until just tender.
Drain asparagus, pat dry, and brush with melted butter, then roll the spears in grated Parmesan.
Wrap each asparagus spear in one half of a slice of prosciutto.
Align asparagus spears one layer deep in a large baking dish brushed with melted butter.
Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and cracked black pepper to taste.
Bake for 6 to 8 minutes.
Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the asparagus and serve.
