Prosciutto-Wrapped Scallops

Name: Prosciutto-Wrapped Scallops
Yield: 12
Ingredients: 2 tbsp red wine vinegar; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped; Freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 12 medium scallops; 12 thin slices prosciutto

The “ordinary” bacon-wrapped scallop appetizer here becomes “extraordinary” with the upgrade to prosciutto.

The “ordinary” bacon-wrapped scallop appetizer here becomes “extraordinary” with the upgrade to prosciutto. The soft, buttery flavor of this gourmet ham complements the briny scallops. This is an appetizer to serve your best guests

Makes 12 servings

Ingredients

2 tbsp red wine vinegar
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
12 medium scallops
12 thin slices prosciutto

Directions

In a medium bowl, stir together vinegar, olive oil, basil and pepper. Add scallops and toss gently to coat. Cover and marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes.
Preheat oven to 350°F. Fold each slice of prosciutto in half lengthwise and wrap each around one scallop. Place in a greased baking dish, seam side down. Bake for 15 minutes or until scallops are opaque.