Who knew green beans could be this glamorous?

Wrapped in salty-crisp prosciutto and roasted until perfectly irresistible, these little bundles transform a humble veggie into the star of dinner.

They’re elegant enough for a holiday table yet easy enough for any night you want to impress without trying too hard. And although we’re partial to the little prosciutto-wrapped presents, you can also chop or tear up the prosciutto and scatter it over a single layer of green beans.

Take note: serve them straight from the oven for peak crunch and maximum applause.

Prosciutto-wrapped Green Beans

Serves 8

Ingredients

• 1 lb. French green beans (haricots verts), trimmed and rinsed
• 8 slices prosciutto
• ~2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• Black pepper, to taste
• Thyme sprigs
• Balsamic glaze, to finish
• (minimal salt is needed, because of the prosciutto’s sodium content)

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Wrap a slice of prosciutto around a small handful of green beans. Lay down on sheet.
• Once all bundles are prepared, drizzle olive oil over them. Sprinkle sprigs of thyme and black pepper on top.
• Place in the oven for 12-15 minutes until the prosciutto is crisp and the green beans are tender but nicely snap.
• Arrange on a serving platter and drizzle with balsamic glaze, if you’d like. Hazelnuts or chopped almonds can also add a nice touch

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