Roasted Asparagus and Prosciutto

Roasted Asparagus and Prosciutto is a simple, elegant dish featuring tender asparagus spears wrapped in salty, crispy prosciutto. Roasted to perfection, it’s a perfect appetizer or side with savory, smoky flavors.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound fresh asparagus (not too thin)
  • good olive oil
  • kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 6 large slices prosciutto
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 extra-large eggs
  • easy hollandaise sauce, recipe follows
  • 2 extra-large egg yolks, at room temperature
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • pinch of cayenne pepper
  • 6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter