Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Prosciutto Wrapped Pears, where sweet, juicy pears meet savory, salty prosciutto. This elegant appetizer is drizzled with honey and garnished with fresh thyme, creating a delightful balance that will impress your guests at any gathering. With minimal preparation and cooking time, you can elevate your culinary game effortlessly.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe Bartlett or Anjou pears, sliced into wedges
- 6 ounces high-quality prosciutto, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice the pears into wedges and remove any seeds.
- Wrap each pear slice snugly with a piece of prosciutto.
- Arrange the wrapped pears on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Drizzle honey over each pear.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the prosciutto is crispy and the pears are tender.
- Garnish with fresh thyme leaves before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pieces (50g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Experiment with different cheeses like goat cheese or blue cheese for added flavor. For a spicy twist, sprinkle red pepper flakes before baking.