Roasted Asparagus Wrapped in Ham [Bulkbites.com]

• Servings: 4
• Time: 30 minutes

The disease-fighting abilities of asparagus are well known. In fact, Asparagus has a good concentration of nutrients, including vitamins K, E, C and A, folate and fiber. The detoxifying compound, glutathione present in this herbaceous plant is what helps in breaking down of free radicals and carcinogens. Eating asparagus on a regular basis helps in fighting different forms of cancer. Ham, another major ingredient used in this recipe is not only high in fat and sodium; it is also loaded with different types of vitamins and minerals. The B vitamins present in ham helps in breaking down the food you eat into energy. The trace minerals in ham, including potassium and phosphorous are required for proper muscle and nerve function and formation of DNA respectively.

Nutrition

• calories: 210
• protein: 28
• carbs: 5
• fat: 10
• saturated fat: 3.2
• polyunsaturated fat: 1.22
• monounsaturated fat: 4.58
• cholesterol: 66
• sodium: 1101
• potassium: 660
• dietary fiber: 2.31
• sugars: 2.07
• vitamin a: 42
• vitamin c: 7
• calcium: 35
• iron: 3
• magnesium: 0
• complex carbs: 0.62
• other fats: 1

Ingredients

• 1 spray , about 1/3 second Oil, PAM cooking spray, original
• 16 oz, boneless Pork, cured, ham, low sodium, lean and fat, cooked
• 22 spear, large Asparagus, raw

Instructions

• Set the oven temperature to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Take asparagus spears and trim the woody ends so that the trimmed pieces are of same size.
• Roll a ham piece over each asparagus piece and secure it using a toothpick. Make sure the asparagus pieces are laid flat over a baking sheet that is sprayed with non-stick spray.
• Roast one side of asparagus pieces for at least 10 minutes or until it is sufficiently browned.
• Now turn over the asparagus pieces and continue to roast the other side until this side is lightly brown and crisp.
• Serve the roasted asparagus wrapped in ham immediately.