Melon with Prosciutto

By Talk2usoon

FOOD NOTE: Prosciutto is famous for its delicately smoky flavor which is due to the long time it is allowed to mature.

Ingredients

• 1 small honeydew melon, chilled
• 1 large cantaloupe, chilled
• 8 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto
• freshly ground black pepper
• mint leaves (optional)

Preparation

Step 1

Cut honeydew and cantaloupe lengthwise into 1/2-inch-thick, wedge-shaped pieces (about 12 slices each). Cut off the rind. On serving plates, alternately arrange the melon slices.

Cut each slice of prosciutto lengthwise in half. Loosely roll up each slice of prosciutto in a cone shape to resemble a rose, arrange the prosciutto roses in the center of the melon and cantaloupe slices. (Alternatively, place the prosciutto loosely among the melon slices.) Sprinkle with pepper, garnish with mint, if desired, and serve.