Golden Asparagus and Prosciutto Bundles

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   Fill a large, high sided skillet with salted water and bring to a boil.

2. 2

   Add the asparagus and cook until barely tender, about 10 minutes.

3. 3

   Drain in a colander, refresh under cold water and drain again.

4. 4

   Pat dry and spread on a platter.

5. 5

   In a small saucepan, melt 3 tablespoon of the butter.

6. 6

   Drizzle it over the asparagus.

7. 7

   Wrap 1 piece of prosciutto around the middle of 1 thick or 2 thin asparagus stalks.

8. 8

   Place the flour on a plate.

9. 9

   Beat the eggs in a wide shallow bowl.

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    Roll one of the asparagus bundles in the flour, then dip in the egg and return to the platter.

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    Repeat with the remaining bundles.

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    In a large skillet, heat the remaining 3 tablespoon butter and the oil over moderate heat.

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    Working in batches, add the asparagus bundles and fry, turning once, until golden, about 4 minutes.

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    Drain on paper towels; serve at once.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.