Shelly's Recipe

WRAPPED ASPARAGUS

Category: Salad

36 asparagus spears, medium thickness, about 1 lb
36 slices prosciutto (4 inch long)
4 oz bleu cheese, crumbled

Balsamic Vinaigrette
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar, vegetable oil and olive oil
1/2 tsp salt and pepper
1 tsp fresh lemon juice
2 tsp minced fresh basil or 1/2 tsp dried

Trim asparagus to 4-5 inch & peel the thick ends with a potato peeler. Arrange the stalks in 1 layer in container. Cover tightly with plastic wrap & microwave on high for 4 1/2 minutes. Prick plastic to release steam. Remove from oven & plunge the asparagus into ice water. Drain & dry.

Wrap each stalk in a slice of prosciutto. arrange the asparagus on a large, flat platter with a lip around the edge. Sprinkle the bleu cheese over the wrapped asparagus.

Mix the vinaigrette ingredients in a jar with a tight lid & shake to mix. When ready to serve, drizzle over the top of the asparagus, using just enough to coat lightly. Reserve the remaining dressing for another use. Serves 4