Parmesan Prosciutto Asparagus Bundles (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Pastry and Filling
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2 sheets puff pastry dough, thawed
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18 slices prosciutto
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36 spears asparagus, woody ends removed, halved width-wise
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225g shaved Parmesan cheese
→ Seasonings and Wash
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1 egg, beaten
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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Kosher salt
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Fresh cracked pepper
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
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Unfold puff pastry sheets and cut along seams, creating 6 long rectangles from the two sheets.
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Roll each long rectangle thinner (approximately 8cm wide by 34cm long).
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Cut each rectangle into 3 equal rectangles, yielding 18 equal-sized puff pastry pieces.
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Toss asparagus in olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
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Place one slice of prosciutto on each pastry rectangle, folding it to fit. Position two asparagus spears diagonally across the center of each bundle.
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Top each bundle with about one tablespoon of shaved Parmesan cheese.
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Wrap opposite corners of the puff pastry around the asparagus, tucking one corner underneath and gently pressing to seal.
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Brush each bundle with beaten egg wash and bake for 14-16 minutes until puff pastry is cooked through and golden brown.
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Garnish with additional kosher salt if desired before serving.
# Notes:
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These elegant bundles make an impressive appetizer for entertaining or special occasions.
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Can be prepared up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerated before baking.