Ouzo Marinated Melon With Prosciutto Recipes

PROSCIUTTO WITH MARINATED MELON

Steps:

• Stand the melon on one cut end and slice off the remaining rind.
• Cut the melon in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
• Halve each melon half, so that you have four long wedges. Slice the wedges crosswise about 1/4" thick. Gently toss the melon in a bowl with the lime juice, red pepper flakes, salt and half of the mint.
• Arrange on a platter, drape the prosciutto on top, and drizzle with the olive oil.
• Sprinkle with the remaining mint and serve immediately.

PROSCIUTTO AND MELON (PROSCIUTTO E MELONE)

Steps:

• Prepare the cantaloupe and cut it into wedges. I find it easier to peel the cantaloupe, once you cut it. So, first, cut the cantaloupe in half. Using a spoon, remove the seeds. Then cut each half into wedges and peel them. 
• Wrap the prosciutto around the cantaloupe wedges and arrange them on a serving platter (left some wedges without prosciutto, since I had more cantaloupe to use up).
• Drizzle a little bit of balsamic glaze or quality honey (or both, if you like) If using, arrange a few basil leaves on the platter. I loved the addition of fresh basil leaves for a pop of color and freshness, but this is totally optional. 
• Serve immediately or chill for a few hours until ready to serve.

OUZO-MARINATED MELON WITH PROSCIUTTO

Steps:

• Fill melon cavity with ouzo and sprinkle with aniseed. Cover and chill 1 day.
• Pour juices from melon into small bowl and reserve. Cut melon into 4 wedges. Transfer to plates and drizzle with reserved juices. Drape prosciutto over melon. Season with pepper. Garnish with mint sprigs and serve.