Spargel in Schinken (White Asparagus Wrapped in Ham) Recipe

Spargel in Schinken (White Asparagus Wrapped in Ham) Recipe

  • 2 1/4 pounds white asparagus
  • salt to taste
  • 1/4 cup butter, divided
  • 1 pinch white sugar
  • 7 ounces sliced ham
  1. Peel asparagus spears from top to bottom with a vegetable peeler, starting below the tips. Cut off woody ends with a knife.
  2. Place asparagus spears in a large, wide saucepan and pour in enough lightly salted water to just cover. Bring water to a boil; add 1 tablespoon butter and sugar. Reduce heat; simmer until spears are tender and easily pierced with a knife, 15 to 25 minutes. Drain well.
  3. Melt remaining 3 tablespoons butter in a small pot over low heat.
  4. Wrap each asparagus spear with a slice of ham. Arrange on a serving plate; drizzle melted butter on top.
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