Ciliegine Con Prosciutto
1/2 medium lemon
1 medium garlic clove
2 tbl snipped fresh chives
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 tsp hot red-pepper flakes
9 ounces fresh mozzarella "cherries" or fresh mozzarella
15 thin prosciutto slices (6 ounces)
1 medium bunch dill
Squeeze lemon juice into a medium bowl. Peel and crush garlic and put it into the bowl 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. (Can cover and refrigerate overnight). 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 toothpick and serve.
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