Cantaloupe & Prosciutto
Salad
1
(2 to 3 lb.) cantaloupe, cut into bite-sized pieces
3
Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
1
Tbsp. cider vinegar
½
c. Prosciutto, diced
1
Tbsp. sugar
3
Tbsp. freshly snipped chives
salt
and pepper to taste
1 loaf
crusty country bread, cut into 1-inch slices
olive
oil (for broiling)
8
oz. fresh goat cheese
Preheat
broiler. In medium bowl, combine first 6 ingredients and toss gently to
blend. Add salt and freshly ground
pepper to taste. Using a pastry brush, coat
bread slices with olive oil. Toast under broiler on ungreased baking sheet
until bread is golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes.
Arrange the bread slices and goat cheese on a large platter around the
melon salad. Garnish with chives, if
desired. Serve at room temperature for
the best flavor.