Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus & Swiss Egg Cups
Savory prosciutto baskets filled with eggs, asparagus, and melted Swiss cheese. A high-protein, low-carb start to your morning.
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Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthAppetite changes
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Before you start
Your 28-minute game plan
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Equipment
Oven · Whisk · Mixing bowl · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Meal prep magic: These store beautifully in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Just pop them in the microwave for 30-45 seconds for a nearly instant, high-protein morning.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- 2Prep cup asparagus (chopped)
- 3Set out all ingredients before cooking
Ingredients
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Next: Preheat your oven to 375°F
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Preheat your oven to 375°F
Preheat your oven to 375°F. Lightly grease 6 cups of a muffin tin with a dab of olive oil or butter.
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Carefully line each of the 6 muffin…
Carefully line each of the 6 muffin cups with a slice of prosciutto, gently pressing it against the bottom and up the sides to form a little basket.
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Take your chopped asparagus (cut into about…
Take your chopped asparagus (cut into about 1/2-inch pieces) and divide it evenly among the prosciutto cups.
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In a mixing bowl
In a mixing bowl, aggressively whisk the eggs with the shredded Swiss cheese, a pinch of salt, and a generous crack of black pepper.
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Carefully pour the egg and cheese mixture…
Carefully pour the egg and cheese mixture into the prosciutto cups, filling each one about three-quarters of the way to the top.
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Bake for 15 to 18 minutes until…
Bake for 15 to 18 minutes until the eggs are completely set in the center and slightly puffed. Let them sit in the pan for 3 minutes before gently lifting them out.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
Meal prep magic
Meal prep magic: These store beautifully in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Just pop them in the microwave for 30-45 seconds for a nearly instant, high-protein morning.
Crispy edges
Crispy edges: Don't worry if the prosciutto overhangs the muffin cups a little bit; those edges will crisp up beautifully in the oven and add wonderful texture.
Fiber boost
Fiber boost: Since this is a very low-carb keto option, consider serving these alongside a handful of fresh raspberries or blackberries to easily bump up your morning fiber.
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