How to Make Asparagus Rolantina - A Step-by-Step Guide

Asparagus Rolantina is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a dinner party. This recipe combines the subtle flavor of asparagus with the creaminess of cheese and the richness of prosciutto, resulting in a dish that is both visually stunning and incredibly flavorful.

Asparagus is a versatile vegetable that is in season in the spring and is often associated with the arrival of warmer weather. With its tender spears and unique flavor, asparagus is a grea...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound fresh green asparagus spears, trimmed
  • 4 slices Swiss cheese
  • 5 (1/2 ounce) slices prosciutto
  • ground black pepper to taste
  • 4 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1 cup Italian-style dried bread crumbs
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Lower asparagus into the water, and cook for 1 minute, 2 minutes if the spears are thick.
  • Lay one slice of meat on a plate. Layer a slice of cheese on top of the slice of meat. Place 3 to 4 asparagus spears at one end of the cheese and meat, and sprinkle with black pepper to taste. Roll the cheese and meat up over the asparagus, and secure with a toothpick. Place asparagus rolls in a casserole dish. Once all of the asparagus rolls have been arranged in the casserole dish, pour melted butter over the entire dish. Sprinkle with bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the crumb mixture has formed a crust over the asparagus rolls.
  • Nutrition

    457 cal.

    • Total Fat: 30g
    • Saturated Fat: 17g
    • Cholesterol: 81mg
    • Sodium: 1160mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 27g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 22g
    • Vitamin C: 12mg
    • Calcium: 418mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 388mg