Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus

Ingredients

• 24    asparagus spears (1 to 1-1/4 pounds), trimmed to 6-inch lengths
• 24    thin slices provolone cheese (12 to 14 ounces)
• 12  very thin slices  prosciutto (8 to 10 ounces), halved lengthwise
•     Cracked black pepper
• 1  to 2 tablespoons  olive oil
• 1  to 2 tablespoons  balsamic vinegar

Directions

1. Place a steamer basket in a large skillet. Add enough water to come just below bottom of basket. Bring to boiling. Place asparagus in basket. Reduce heat to medium-low. Steam, covered, for 4 minutes. Remove asparagus from basket; immerse in ice water to cool quickly. Drain asparagus; pat dry with paper towels.
2. Wrap a slice of cheese and a half-slice of prosciutto around each asparagus spear. Arrange wrapped asparagus on a serving plate. If desired, cover and chill for up to 24 hours.
3. Before serving, sprinkle with cracked pepper. Drizzle with oil and balsamic vinegar.

Makes 8 servings.
Source: http://www.bhg.com/recipe/vegetables/prosciutto-wrapped-asparagus/

Chef's Note: I thought these tasted great. BUT... personally I could only eat one because I have a hard time getting past the texture of prosciutto. It just feels to "raw" for me.