Recipe of the Month  April 2010

Grilled Asparagus with Prosciutto

24 asparagus spears cut to the same length and washed

12 slices of prosciutto cut in half the short direction

Wrap a half of a piece of prosciutto around the middle of each asparagus spear. Place on a baking sheet. The wrapped spears can be places directly on a heated grill, a BBQ, or they can be broiled. Brown one side, turn and continue cooking. When they are done, remove from grill and place on a serving plate. Cover with foil until ready to serve. Serve with Alioli sauce.

Serves 6.

Alioli:

2 to 3 large cloves of garlic

pinch of salt

2 tbsps olive oil

¾ cup mayonnaise

Place garlic and salt in a large mortar and pestle. Mash together until it forms a paste. Add olive oil and continue blending. Stir in mayonnaise and place in a serving dish. Serve with asparagus.

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