Shelly's Recipe

PANCETTA WRAPPED ASPARAGUS WITH CITRONETTE

Category: Asparagus

2 lbs medium asparagus
1/2 lb very thinly sliced pancetta
Finely grated zest and juice of 1 orange
2 tsp Dijon mustard
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tsp chopped thyme

Tightly wrap each asparagus spear in a slice of pancetta and refrigerate until chilled, about 20 minutes.

Light a grill or preheat a grill pan. In a small bowl, stir the orange zest and juice with the mustard and olive oil; season with salt and pepper. Grill the asparagus over moderate heat, turning often, until they are just tender and the pancetta is crisp, about 5 minutes total. Transfer the asparagus to a platter and drizzle with the dressing. Sprinkle with the thyme and serve. Serves 6

MAKE AHEAD The uncooked pancetta-wrapped asparagus can be covered and refrigerated overnight.