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Fresh mini
Mozzarella with Prosciutto
1 fresh lemon 1 large garlic clove, finely
minced 2 tablespoons snipped fresh chives 1/4 cup olive oil 1/4
teaspoon red pepper flakes 9 ounces fresh mozzarella cherries* or fresh
mozzarella 15 thin prosciutto slices (6 ounces) 1 medium bunch
fresh dill Squeeze lemon juice into a medium bowl. Peel and
crush garlic and add to the lemon juice along with the chives, olive oil,
and red pepper flakes. Drain and add cheese "cherries" or cut
mozzarella into 3/4-inch cubes and add to the mixture. Marinate at
room temperature at least 2 hours. Cut prosciutto slices in half
lengthwise. Wrap 1 slice of prosciutto around each piece of cheese and 1
small sprig of dill. Secure with a wooden pick to serve. Makes 30
servings. *Small, cherry-sized balls of cow's milk mozzarella, packed in
sealed plastic containers are available in the dairy section of many
supermarkets or speciality
stores. |