Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus and Mozzarella Parcels

These prosciutto-wrapped asparagus parcels make an elegant and delectable warm appetizer for your next party.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 203 Calories

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pinch salt and ground black pepper
• 4 thin slices prosciutto
• 4 slices mozzarella cheese, halved
• 16 asparagus spears, trimmed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Fill a large bowl with cold water. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add asparagus and cook uncovered until blanched, about 2 minutes. Drain in a colander and immediately refresh in cold water for several minutes to stop the cooking process. Drain.

Step 2

Place 2 asparagus spears side by side and top with 2 half-slices of mozzarella cheese. Top cheese with 2 more asparagus spears. Wrap bundle in a slice of prosciutto so mozzarella cheese is tightly encased. Repeat with remaining asparagus, mozzarella cheese, and prosciutto to create 4 parcels.

Step 3

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Carefully fry parcels in the hot oil until prosciutto has crisped and mozzarella cheese oozes, about 5 minutes per side. Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm.