As part of my Jubilee dinner party a few weeks ago, I decided to showcase asparagus, because it is something the Brits eat in copious amounts during the early summer months, especially where my Mum lives. 

A starter (read appetizer) that my Mum came up with years ago, as a quick, but delicious first course for a dinner party is the following….

Be warned, it’s quite addictive.  Luckily it’s also extremely easy to put together, whether catering for 8 people, or just 1!

Asparagus Wrapped in Prosciutto

Serves: 8

INGREDIENTS

• 16 slices of prosciutto
• 40 thin asparagus spears
• a large bag of arugula
• a large bag of spinach
• a block of parmesan, shaved
• balsamic vinegar, good quality
• extra virgin olive oil, good quality
• 1 tsp whole grain mustard
• 1 tbsp runny honey

METHOD

• Cook the asparagus for 3 – 5 minutes until tender, but still firm.
• In a small dish, or jar, combine vinegar, oil, mustard and honey to create salad dressing
• Wrap 5 spears of asparagus in 2 slices of prosciutto.
• Combine spinach and arugula and place a large handful on each plate.
• Drizzle over salad dressing.
• Place prosciutto wrapped asparagus on top on salad and top with shaved parmesan.