Prosciutto Persimmons Recipes

CARAMELIZED PERSIMMONS WITH PROSCIUTTO

Steps:

• Lay persimmon slices on a baking sheet; sprinkle with sugar. Caramelize with a kitchen torch (or broil). Drape each with a slice of prosciutto.

PROSCIUTTO AND PERSIMMON BITES

Steps:

• Peel persimmon and remove leafy top. Cut into 12 wedges.
• Cut prosciutto into 12 strips, each about an inch wide. Wrap persimmon wedges with prosciutto and secure with toothpicks.

SPINACH SALAD WITH PROSCIUTTO AND PERSIMMON

Steps:

• Heat oven to 350 degrees. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant and lightly colored, about 2 minutes. Place bread in a bowl. Toss with the warm oil and garlic cloves, cheese and, 1/4 teaspoons each salt and pepper. Arrange croutons on a large baking sheet. Toast, tossing occasionally, until golden brown, about 15 minutes. Cool.
• In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Whisk in remaining 2 tablespoons oil.
• In a large bowl, combine spinach, prosciutto, persimmon, and croutons. Add dressing and toss well. Taste and add more seasonings, oil and/or vinegar if necessary.