Prosciutto With Figs & Melonitalian 12 fresh kadota figs 1 tablespoon thyme leaves, fresh, chopped 1/4 cup honey 1/2 cup warm water 12 prosciutto ham slices 1 very thin 1 ripe melon (any kind) Take six of the figs & slice them into six even wedges. Dust wedges lightly with thyme. Thin honey with water & dip prosciutto slices in it. Cut prosciutto into 1/4-inch strips & use them to wrap up thyme-coated fig slices. Cut melon into thin slices. Just before serving, cut remaining figs into 6 wedges & arrange them on chilled salad plates with ham-wrapped figs & melon slices. Note: If good melon is not available, substitute fresh berries or other fruits. |
