Potato and Prosciutto Roses

Potato and prosciutto roses are a tasty appetizer with great visual impact. Here is the recipe to prepare this elegant and delicious dish.

Ingredients

• 4 medium-sized potatoes
• 8 slices of prosciutto crudo
• 100 g of grated cheese (Parmesan or Pecorino)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Aromatic herbs to taste (rosemary, thyme, etc.)
• Butter for greasing

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 200 °C.
2. Wash and peel the potatoes, then slice them with a mandoline or a very sharp knife into thin slices.
3. Take muffin tins and lightly grease them with butter.
4. Arrange the prosciutto and potato slices alternately, slightly overlapping them to form a long strip. Make sure the prosciutto is interspersed between the potato slices for a richer flavor.
5. Sprinkle each strip with grated cheese, salt, pepper, and chopped aromatic herbs.
6. Starting from one end, gently roll the strip onto itself until you obtain the shape of a rose.
7. Insert each rose into the prepared muffin tin and drizzle with a thread of extra virgin olive oil.
8. Bake the potato and prosciutto roses for about 20-25 minutes or until golden and crispy.
9. Remove the roses from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

Potato and prosciutto roses can be served both as an appetizer and as a tasty side dish. The crispiness of the potatoes, the flavorful prosciutto, and the melted cheese create a very pleasant combination of flavors and textures.

Trivia

This dish has the appearance of a rose, and its presentation is capable of transforming even the simplest of aperitifs into a special moment. To vary, you can also add some vegetables to the layers, such as zucchini or carrots, for an extra touch of color and flavor.