Asparagus with Proscuttio, Parmesan & Pine Nuts
Preparation 10 Minutes
Cook 15 Minutes
Serves 6
Method
Preheat the oven to 200 degrees C.
Place the asparagus in a single layer on a baking tray. Do not overcrowd. Drizzle with olive oil and lightly season with salt and pepper. Toss around to evenly coat.
Top the asparagus with prosciutto, Parmesan cheese, and pine nuts.
Bake for 10-15 minutes or until the prosciutto is crisp and asparagus tender.
Ingredients
3 bunches of asparagus, ends trimmed
2 Tbsp olive oil
100g thinly sliced prosciutto
1/4 cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
1/3 Cup Sunbeam Pine Nuts
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Preheat oven to 180°C.
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