Asparagus will disappear twice as fast when wrapped in prosciutto and grilled. After just a few minutes on the grill the asparagus is tender, with charred crispy tips, and the prosciutto’s salty flavor is even more intense. These asparagus bundles are a simple but impressive appetizer or side dish.

Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients:

  • 32 asparagus stalks, bottoms trimmed
  • 1 TBSP extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 8 slices prosciutto

Directions:

  1. Heat grill to medium-high.
  2. In a medium bowl, toss the asparagus with olive oil and black pepper so it’s evenly coated.
  3. Hold 4 stalks of asparagus together and wrap one long, thin slice of prosciutto around the middle, securing the asparagus in a bundle. Repeat, until all of the asparagus is wrapped and you have 8 bundles.
  4. Grill the bundles, turning once or twice, until asparagus is lightly charred and tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Serve immediately.