PROSCIUTTO WRAPPED ENDIVE W/ BALSAMIC FIG REDUCTION - RACHAEL RA

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Prosciutto Wrapped Endive W/ Balsamic Fig Reduction - Rachael Ra image

I saw Rachael Ray preparing these on "30 Minute Meals" recently, then found endive on sale at Trader Joe's... I have the rest of the ingredients at home, so I couldn't resist! :)

Provided by Julesong

Categories     Ham

Time 18m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 heads Belgian endive (or 2 heads endive and 2 small heads radicchio)
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1/4 lb thinly sliced prosciutto
extra virgin olive oil, for brushing
2 dried figs, finely chopped
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Trim the heads of endive, and quarter them lengthwise.
  • Cut the sliced prosciutto in half on an angle across the center.
  • Over medium-high temperature, heat a grill pan or large skillet.
  • Season the prepared endive with salt and freshly ground pepper (I like tricolor peppercorns).
  • Wrap each endive with a piece of sliced prosciutto, then brush each with the extra-virgin olive oil.
  • Saute each on the grill pan or large skillet for 7 to 8 minutes, turning every couple of minutes, until the prosciutto is nicely crispy and the endive pieces are tender.
  • While the vegetables and ham are cooking, begin the reduction sauce: place the chopped figs and vinegar into a saucepan and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to medium and simmer sauce for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the figs are soft and the vinegar is nicely thick and syrupy.
  • When endives are done, place attractively on a serving dish and drizzle the fig and balsamic reduction over them.
  • Serve and enjoy!

DeViLS GuyS
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Overall, I really enjoyed this recipe. It's a delicious and elegant appetizer that's perfect for a party or a special occasion.


viola Selmani
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I thought the instructions were a bit unclear. I had to guess at a few things, but it all turned out okay in the end.


jannat shahid
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This dish is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion. I would definitely make it again for a party or a romantic dinner.


Foyeza Akter
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I'm not a big fan of goat cheese, but I thought it worked well in this recipe. It added a nice tanginess to the dish.


Qasim Qasim Javed
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover prosciutto. I always have some in my fridge, and it's nice to have a recipe that I can use it in.


Hassan Munubbi
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I found that the balsamic fig reduction was a bit too sweet for my taste. I would probably use less fig jam next time.


Noty Tharu
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The presentation of this dish was beautiful. I served it on a bed of arugula, and it looked very elegant.


Tasaver Abass
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This was a quick and easy appetizer to make. I used store-bought fig jam instead of making my own reduction, and it still turned out great.


Aliahmad Amad
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I'm not a huge fan of endive, but this recipe changed my mind. The prosciutto and fig reduction really complemented the endive's bitterness.


Lord_Marshell67
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This recipe was a hit at my dinner party! The combination of the salty prosciutto, the bitter endive, and the sweet balsamic fig reduction was divine. My guests raved about it.