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Ouzo-Marinated Melon with Prosciutto

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Ouzo lends a subtle flavor to the melon. Pour more over before serving, if desired.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Serves 4

Ingredients

1/2 cantaloupe
2 tablespoons ouzo (unsweetened anise liqueur)
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped aniseed
8 thin sliced prosciutto or Parma ham
Fresh mint sprigs

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Fill melon cavity with ouzo and sprinkle with aniseed. Cover and chill 1 day.

    Step 2

    Pour juices from melon into small bowl and reserve. Cut melon into 4 wedges. Transfer to plates and drizzle with reserved juices. Drape prosciutto over melon. Season with pepper. Garnish with mint sprigs and serve.

Nutrition Per Serving

Per serving: calories
100; fat
3 g; sodium
626 mg; cholesterol
17 mg
#### Nutritional analysis provided by Bon Appétit
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