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Prosciutto Asparagus Puff Pastry Bundles

Prosciutto asparagus puff pastry bundles wrap tender asparagus and salty prosciutto in flaky, golden pastry. Parmesan adds a savory finish to these easy oven-baked appetizers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb asparagus medium, about 24 spears, trimmed and cut into 6-inch lengths
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.25 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.125 tsp black pepper
  • 1 sheet (8.5 oz) puff pastry frozen, thawed but cold
  • 8 prosciutto thin slices
  • 1 egg large
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 2 tbsp Parmesan finely grated

Equipment

  • 1 large baking sheet

Method
 

  1. Heat the oven to 400°F.
  2. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Toss the asparagus with the olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  4. Cut the puff pastry into eight strips, each about 1 1/4 inches wide and 10 inches long.
  5. Wrap one slice of prosciutto around the middle of each group of three asparagus spears.
  6. Wind one pastry strip in a loose spiral around the prosciutto and asparagus, tucking the ends underneath.
  7. Arrange the bundles on the baking sheet with space between them.
  8. Beat the egg with the water.
  9. Brush the pastry with the egg wash.
  10. Sprinkle the Parmesan over the bundles.
  11. Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the pastry is puffed and golden and the asparagus is tender.
  12. Rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Keep the puff pastry cold while assembling for the flakiest results. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days; freezing is not recommended because the pastry can lose its crisp texture. For a vegetarian variation, omit the prosciutto.