Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus

Photo: flickr user E Vön Zita

Ingredients

20 stalks of asparagus

4 Thin slices of prosciutto fat removed

4 Pats unsalted butter

Freshly ground pepper

cup Grated Reggiano Parmesan (freshly grated)

1 Lemon, quartered

Preparation

Cut off tough ends of asparagus; cover asparagus with water in a skillet; bring to a boil and cook until tender but still firm (3-4 minutes). Drain well. Divide asparagus into 4 bundles of 3 stalks each; wrap prosciutto slice around center of bundle. Place the 4 bundles into oven-proof dish; dot with butter; season with pepper, and sprinkle with parmesan cheese.

Place in the oven to brown the cheese (4-5 minutes). Serve with lemon wedge.

Serves 4