Cantaloupe And Prosciutto Salad With Rustic Croutons

Cantaloupe And Prosciutto Salad With Rustic Croutons


1. TO MAKE THE SALAD: Combine the melon pieces, olive oil, vinegar, prosciutto, sugar and chives in a medium bowl and toss gently to blend. Add pepper to taste. Salad can be made ahead several hours and refrigerated. Let come to room temperature for best flavor. Garnish with longer strips of chives.

2. TO MAKE RUSTIC CROUTONS: Preheat broiler.

3. Cut the bread into 1-inch thick slices. Coat generously with olive oil, using a brush, or pour some oil onto a flat plate and briefly dip both sides of each slice.Toast under broiler on an ungreased baking sheet until golden, about two-and-a-half minutes per side. WATCH CLOSELY! Let cool, then spread generously with goat cheese, or serve the cheese separately.

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