Prosciutto Cantaloupe Appetizer

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Appetizer
Prosciutto Cantaloupe Appetizer

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White plate of cantaloupe cubes topped with prosciutto, basil and balsamic and held together with a toothpick

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12
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    Sweet and salty, refreshing and satisfying, it's no wonder that fresh melon and prosciutto is a classic Italian pair. But it gets better. Make a simple balsamic reduction to really impress your taste buds.

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    Ingredients
    Serves 12
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    ½ c. balsamic vinegar
    2 tbsp. Hy-Vee honey
    ½ cantaloupe, seeded, removed from rind and cut into 1-1/2-inch cubes
    1 (3 oz) pkg prosciutto, cut into small pieces
    Basil leaves, as needed

    Directions

    1. In a small saucepan, combine balsamic vinegar and honey and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer until thickened and is reduced, about 10 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.
    2. Arrange cantaloupe cubes on a serving plate. Top each with a ribbon of prosciutto and a fresh basil leaf, then drizzle with balsamic reduction. Skewer with toothpicks.

    Nutrition facts

    Servings

    45 Calories per serving

    Amounts Per Serving

    • Total Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 5mg
    • Sodium: 200mg
    • Total Carbohydrates: 7g
    • Protein: 2g

    Daily Values

    0%
    Vitamin A 15%
    0%
    Vitamin C 15%
    0%
    Iron 2%
    0%
    Calcium 0%

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    Hy-Vee weekly ad from the week of December 23, 2015.