PROSCIUTTO WRAPPED ASPARAGUS

Grilled asparagus is a great side for a variety of dishes. Salty prosciutto, creamy cream cheese and asparagus combine to create a flavor trifecta sure to impress your guest.
Difficulty 2/5 Prep Time 10 MIN Cook Time 8 MIN Serves 8

INGREDIENTS

1 pound (.45 kilograms) asparagus
6 ounces (170 grams) prosciutto
8 ounces (227 grams) herbed cream cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS

  1. Preheat gas grill to 400°F (205°C), season cooking grids with cooking oil. Remove the hard ends of the asparagus stock, chop or snap them off. Lightly coat asparagus with olive oil, sprinkle salt and pepper to desired taste, set aside.
  2. One-piece at a time place prosciutto slices on a flat surface. For best result use whipped cream cheese, it’s easiest to spread. Carefully apply a small amount of cream cheese to each slice of prosciutto. Place three stalks of asparagus onto the prosciutto, tightly roll the prosciutto around the asparagus. Place wrapped asparagus on a grill topper and place on the grill. Otherwise, grill directly. Grill for 6 to 8 minutes until prosciutto is crisp, flip once.