Egg in a Hole with Prosciutto, Asparagus and Parmesan

1. 1

   In large ovenproof nonstick skillet, heat the olive oil.

2. 2

   Add the prosciutto strips and cook over moderately high heat until crisp, about 7 minutes.

3. 3

   Transfer the prosciutto to a paper towel-lined plate.

4. 4

   Add the asparagus to the rendered prosciutto fat in the skillet and cook until crisp-tender and beginning to brown, about 5 minutes.

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   Season the asparagus with salt and pepper and add them to the prosciutto.

6. 6

   Using a 1-inch round cookie cutter, punch a hole in the center of each slice of bread.

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   Set the bread slices in the skillet and move them around so they can soak up the remaining fat.

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   Crack an egg into each hole and cook over moderately high heat for 2 minutes.

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   Using a thin spatula, carefully flip each slice of bread and cook for 2 minutes more.

10. 10

    Turn on the broiler.

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    Scatter the prosciutto and asparagus over the bread and top with the grated cheese.

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    Broil 6 inches from the heat for 1 minute, until the cheese is bubbling.

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    Transfer to plates and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.