What’s Cooking in Gail’s Kitchen? Talking Points: Utmost Prosciutto Plate! Treat yourself right by going the extra mile in gourmet treats. Something so simple, yet sublime, can change a mood from sour to exciting. We all need something to look forward to. Am I right? Fresh mozzarella is usually sold in a brine or water solution to retain its moisture, texture, and soft shape. Let it drain for a few minutes on paper towels; then dab dry and slice. By drizzling a rich olive oil over the mozzarella to enhance that delicate milky flavor, the buttery essence peeks through. Add a leaf or two of fresh basil to enrich the nutritive value. As you sit there nibbling on a slice of prosciutto, pat yourself on the back for enduring the tough times we’ve been through recently. Our home is a safe haven and we can get through whatever storm is next.
UTMOST PROSCIUTTO PLATE
Ingredients:
4 ounces fresh mozzarella, room temperature
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/8 teaspoon dried basil
3 ounces old world prosciutto, sliced
7 ounces rustic crostini crackers
4 ounces organic green olives, pitted
Instructions:
Drain mozzarella cheese for a few minutes on paper towels; then dab dry and slice. Transfer to a platter. Drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle with dried basil. Arrange sliced prosciutto and crostini crackers around cheese. Add pitted green olives. Garnish with fresh basil. Serve with Pinot Grigio.
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Yummy! Looks better than those served in restaurants!
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Such high praise. Thank you very much. 🌟✨💫
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Um, Gail…We are going to need another bottle of wine here. Looks like a nice treat in the summer heat..
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A chilled Chardonnay was delightful, I must admit. 😍🌿😋
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Jealous!!!!
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You can do this. 👏
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That looks stunning! It made me miss my aperitivo in the piazza!
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What a marvelous memory that must be. 🌟✨💫
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I like such cold meals for a summer evening!
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They are perfect, aren’t they. 👏
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Totally!
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Such a pretty plate. Fresh mozzarella is one of my favorites, I wish I could eat it more!
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I’m a fan of prosciutto so it’s always a special meal when I indulge in it. 🌿🌱🍃
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It’s one of my grandson’s favorites!
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Sounds like he and I have a lot in common. 😜
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His favorites since he was a toddler: pesto, olives, mushrooms, and every type of cheese on the planet!
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A born connoisseur. 😋🌿
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Oui!
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Must add prosciutto to the shopping list.
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Keep in mind, it freezes well for later. 😜
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Wish i would have this in front of me. Now! Pronto! Lol Delicious, but the text on the spoon is only a joke! 🙂 Mihael
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I was being polite. lol. Eat one slice… at a time. 🤣
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Just what I feel like.. add prosecco..
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Yes, please. 🍷🍃🧀
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Who doesn’t love this plate, though I would probably sub some nice fresh Italian bread for the crackers..:) I know, more calories but hey…..
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Ooh…..I love bread. 🥖🥐🍞
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