Tag: prosciutto

Caprese Antipasto

Caprese Antipasto

We love Caprese Salad, so what could be better than an antipasto tray made with those incredible ingredients with olives, prosciutto, roasted peppers, and a really good finishing olive oil. These are smaller bottles of olive oil, and much higher in price, meant to drizzle…

Prosciutto Wrapped Mozzarella

Prosciutto Wrapped Mozzarella

Mike was recently at The Capital Grille in Orlando. It’s an upscale Steak House with some of the best appetizers, including lightly sautéed Prosciutto Wrapped Mozzarella sticks. I was recently at our local Italian Market, and they were featuring Prosciutto di Norcia. A ham cured…

Pear and Prosciutto Flatbread

Pear and Prosciutto Flatbread

Whether you make your own pizza dough, buy Artisan Flatbread or Naan Bread; pears and prosciutto go so well together. Add a mild, smooth and silky cheese like Fontina and you have a fantastic appetizer or meal!

Saltimbocca

Saltimbocca

The taste of sage, fontina and prosciutto are key to Saltimbocca, which literally means “jump in the mouth” with flavour. A delicious zero carb entree.

Serrano Ham

Serrano Ham

Serrano Ham is Spain’s answer to Italy’s Prosciutto. Both are dry cured, eaten thinly sliced and delicious. Originally, a French Charcuterie consisted of cured meats and pates. Spanish Tapas, appetizers or snacks can be hot or cold. A Cheese Board is generally served at the…

Baked Shells with Spinach and Prosciutto

Baked Shells with Spinach and Prosciutto

This is a fantastic addition to a buffet or pot luck. The filling and Vodka Sauce are Gluten free, but we have been unsuccessful finding large GF pasta shells locally.  Amazon does sell “Tinkyada GF” large shells, with nearly the same CHO.Our local Italian Market…

Un Caesar Salad

Un Caesar Salad

  Salads, Barbeques and summer just seem to go together. This is another family favorite. The addition of macadamia nuts instead of croutons makes it Gluten Free. Skip the Worcestershire if you don’t have Gluten Free.  Its really low carb. Adapted from A Matter of…

Melon and Prosciutto

Melon and Prosciutto

  One of my favorite lunches in Italy. Whether you slice the cantaloupe or use a melon baller; the sweet fruit and salty prosciutto is absolutely wonderful. Top with fresh basil and it’s incredible on a hot summer day!