Asparagus and crispy prosciutto spaghettoni

Method

• 1
  Cook pasta in a saucepan of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain, reserving 2 tablespoons of cooking liquid. Return the pasta and reserved liquid to the saucepan.
• 2
  Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Stir in breadcrumbs for 2-3 minutes or until golden and crisp. Season. Transfer to a bowl. Wipe pan clean with paper towel.
• 3
  Heat 1 tablespoon of the remaining oil over medium-high heat. Stir the prosciutto for 3 minutes or until golden and crisp. Stir in garlic and chilli flakes for 1 minute or until aromatic. Stir in the asparagus for 2 minutes or until tender crisp.
• 4
  Add the prosciutto mixture, parmesan, chives, parsley and remaining oil to pasta. Toss to combine. Divide among bowls. Top with breadcrumbs. Season with pepper.