Baked Mozzarella with Prosciutto and Cherry Tomatoes
Baked Mozzarella with Prosciutto and Cherry Tomatoes - cherry tomatoes, basil, mozzarella, and prosciutto baked until bubbly.
Prep Time 10 minutesminutes
Cook Time 20 minutesminutes
Total Time 30 minutesminutes
Servings 4servings
Ingredients
1pintcherry tomatoeshalved
¼teaspoonsalt
¼teaspoonground black pepper
3tablespoonschopped fresh basil
3tablespoonschopped fresh parsley
3green onionsdiced
2clovesgarlicminced
8ouncesmozzarella cheesesliced or grated
3ouncesprosciuttotorn
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
Cut cherry tomatoes in half and place in an ovenproof baking dish; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Sprinkle basil and parsley over tomatoes
Add green onions and garlic.
Slice the mozzarella into thick slices and place on top of other ingredients.
Tear the prosciutto into thin ribbons and drape over the cheese.
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until cheese is hot and bubbly and prosciutto is crispy.
Serve with crusty bread for dipping.
Notes
Note about the cheese: Select one that will melt without "weeping" very much or else the dish will be watery. The fresh mozzarella packed in water is tempting, but it's not the best choice for this dish. Choose one that is a bit drier. For instance, a block-type mozzarella that's meant to be sliced or grated.