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Prosciutto-Wrapped Figs with Gorgonzola

Sweet fresh figs with creamy gorgonzola wrapped in salty prosciutto

⏱️ Prep: 15min🍳 Cook: 5min⏰ Total: 20min👥 Serves: 12🌡️ warm
✓ gluten-free
⚠️ Contains: 🥛 Dairy

Ingredients

  • 12fresh figs(ripe but firm)
  • 4 ozgorgonzola dolce(softened)
  • 6 slicesprosciutto(halved lengthwise)
  • 2 tbsphoney(for drizzle)
  • fresh thyme(for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat broiler to high
  2. Cut figs in half through the stem
  3. Place small spoonful of gorgonzola on each fig half
  4. Wrap each fig with half slice of prosciutto
  5. Arrange on baking sheet and broil 2-3 minutes until prosciutto crisps
  6. Drizzle with honey and garnish with thyme
  7. Serve warm

💡 Pro Tips

Use ripe but firm figs. Gorgonzola dolce is creamier and milder than piccante. A quick broil or grill intensifies flavors. Can be assembled ahead and broiled just before serving.

📜 History

The marriage of figs and prosciutto is a classic Italian combination dating back centuries. The addition of creamy gorgonzola creates a trio of flavors—sweet, salty, and tangy—that epitomizes the sophistication of Italian antipasti.

🍸 Pairs Well With

Also pairs well with:

champagneproseccowhite wine