Asparagus Wrapped Prosciutto (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Asparagus Prep
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1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
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4 slices of prosciutto
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 pound asparagus, ends trimmed
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1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Hollandaise Essentials
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1 teaspoon water
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Pinch of optional cayenne pepper
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4 egg yolks
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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Salt and pepper, as preferred
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1 cup of butter, melted
# Instructions:
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Warm olive oil in a skillet on medium-high heat. Toss in the asparagus wrapped in prosciutto, and cook for 3-5 minutes per side until the prosciutto's crispy and asparagus is tender. Sprinkle with salt and pepper at the end.
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Take each asparagus spear and roll it up with one prosciutto slice.
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In a heat-safe bowl over a pot of simmering water, whisk egg yolks, water, and lemon juice until it looks thick and creamy.
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Slowly pour in the melted butter while whisking like crazy. Keep mixing till the sauce thickens. If you want to spice it up, toss in the cayenne. Finish with some salt and pepper for taste.
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Right after cooking, dish out the prosciutto-wrapped asparagus alongside the Hollandaise sauce.
# Notes:
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Swap in bacon or any type of ham if you prefer.
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For a kick, add a pinch of chili flakes to the Hollandaise sauce.
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Pair this with greens, potatoes, or even some rice to round out the meal.