Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus
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This simple but elegant appetizer adds color and pizazz to a holiday party.
Ingredients
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24 (approximately 1 1/2 pounds)asparagus, medium thicknesssee savings
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12 (6-ounce)prosciutto, sliced thinsee savings
Directions
1.
Bring 2 gallons of salted water to a boil in a large stock pot. Add the asparagus and cook until tender, approximately 3 minutes. Remove asparagus from water and place in ice water for 5 minutes to stop residual cooking. Remove asparagus from ice water, drain and dry.
2.
Cut sliced prosciutto in half. Wrap each stalk with one slice prosciutto and transfer to a baking sheet or serving platter.
3.
Store covered in refrigeration up to one day in advance. Bring to room temperature before serving.
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