Baked Asparagus with Goat Cheese & Prosciutto

Asparagus and prosciutto is a classic combination. This updates it with goat cheese.

• 6 slices prosciutto, finely chopped
• 2 pounds medium asparagus, tough ends trimmed
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• Freshly milled black pepper
• 4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
• 2 tablespoons parsely, finely minced
• 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest

METHOD

Cook bacon in heavy large skillet over medium heat until brown and crisp. Transfer to paper towels and drain. Crumble bacon; set aside.

Preheat to 500°F.

Put asparagus on rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle olive oil over all, coating each spear, turning to cover completely. Sprinkle with freshly milled pepper to taste.

Roast asparagus in preheated 500°F oven until tender to a fork, about 6 - 7 minutes.

Remove to a serving platter. Distribute goat cheese and prosciutto evenly over all. Sprinkle parsley, then grated lemon peel over all.

Serves: 6

Contributor: Julie Carroll

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