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Cheesy Baked Asparagus with Prosciutto

This Cheesy Baked Asparagus with Prosciutto recipe is an easy and delicious side dish that is perfect for any occasion!

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How to Make Baked Asparagus with Cheese and Prosciutto

Assemble the ingredients. For the quantities of each ingredient, please see the recipe card at the end of this post.

This Cheesy Baked Asparagus with Prosciutto recipe is an easy and delicious side dish that is perfect for any occasion!

Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly grease with nonstick cooking oil.

Then, wrap a slice of prosciutto around each asparagus spear.

This Cheesy Baked Asparagus with Prosciutto recipe is an easy and delicious side dish that is perfect for any occasion!

In a small bowl mix together the olive oil, garlic, and pepper. Drizzle the mixture over the wrapped asparagus and toss to coat evenly.

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Bake for 10-12 minutes until the asparagus starts to get tender.

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Take the baking sheet out of the oven, move the asparagus spears close together so there are little to no gaps, and top with the mozzarella cheese.

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Place the baking sheet back in the oven for 4-5 minutes, or until cheese is melted and slightly toasted.

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Serve and enjoy!

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What Dishes Pair Well with this Cheesy Asparagus?

Pasta, pizza and steaks pair well with this delicious cheese asparagus. Here are a few popular Italian dishes I recommend to pair with this asparagus:

Autumn Mushroom Pasta

Creamy Roasted Red Pepper and Sun-Dried Tomato Bucatini

Chicken Pesto Pizza

This Cheesy Baked Asparagus with Prosciutto recipe is an easy and delicious side dish that is perfect for any occasion!

Cheesy Baked Asparagus with Prosciutto Recipe

This Cheesy Baked Asparagus with Prosciutto recipe is an easy and delicious side dish that is perfect for any occasion!
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Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: Italian
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Servings: 6 -8 Servings
Calories: 134kcal
Author: Linda
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Ingredients

  • 1 pound asparagus; woody ends cut off
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 Tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 6 oz. prosciutto - thinly sliced

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly grease with nonstick cooking oil.
  • Wrap a slice of prosciutto around each asparagus spear.
  • In a small bowl mix together the olive oil, garlic, and pepper. Drizzle the mixture over the wrapped asparagus and toss to coat evenly.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes until the asparagus starts to get tender.
  • Take the baking sheet out of the oven, move the asparagus spears close together so there are little to no gaps, and top with the mozzarella cheese.
  • Place the baking sheet back in the oven for 4-5 minutes, or until cheese is melted and slightly toasted.
  • Serve and enjoy!

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Nutrition Facts
Cheesy Baked Asparagus with Prosciutto Recipe
Serving Size
 
1 serving
Amount per Serving
Calories
134
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
8
g
12
%
Saturated Fat
 
3
g
19
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
5
g
Cholesterol
 
25
mg
8
%
Sodium
 
690
mg
30
%
Carbohydrates
 
4
g
1
%
Fiber
 
1
g
4
%
Sugar
 
1
g
1
%
Protein
 
11
g
22
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Linda

Hi, I'm Linda! Welcome to The Wanderlust Kitchen, where I share recipes and travel adventures from all around the world. Here you'll find a world of recipes you can have confidence in. These recipes celebrate authentic food heritage as well as modern techniques and ingredients. Be adventurous and try a new recipe and travel somewhere you have never been before.  Bon Appétit! Bon Voyage!  

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