Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/8 checked
6
servings
6 unit

broccolini stalks

6 unit

cauliflower florets

with stems

15 slice

prosciutto

paper-thin

0.5 unit

fennel bulb

trimmed, cored, and thinly sliced lengthwise

0.5 unit

orange bell pepper

cored, seeded, and cut lengthwise into thin strips

0.5 unit

red bell pepper

cored, seeded, and cut lengthwise into thin strips

2 ounce

Parmesan cheese

2 tbsp

Meyer lemon olive oil

Step 1
~2 min

Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.

Step 2
~2 min

Prepare a large bowl of ice water near the stove.

Step 3
~2 min

Blanch the broccolini in boiling water for 1 minute. Transfer to the ice water bath using a slotted spoon.

Step 4
~2 min

Cool the broccolini in the ice bath for 2 minutes, then drain on a towel and set aside.

Step 5
~2 min

Blanch the cauliflower florets in boiling water for 3 minutes. Cool in the ice water and drain as with the broccolini.

Step 6
~2 min

Cut each prosciutto slice in half lengthwise.

Step 7
~2 min

Create small bundles of fennel slices and wrap each bundle with prosciutto, leaving the fennel extending out the ends.

Step 8
~2 min

Bundle together two strips of orange bell pepper and two strips of red bell pepper, then wrap them with prosciutto.

Step 9
~2 min

Wrap prosciutto strips around the stalks of broccolini and the stem ends of the cauliflower florets.

Step 10
~2 min

Using a vegetable peeler, shave Parmesan cheese onto a large platter or individual serving plates.

Step 11
~2 min

Arrange the vegetable bundles artfully over the Parmesan cheese shavings.

Step 12
~2 min

Drizzle Meyer lemon olive oil evenly over the bundles before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a vegetarian option, use grilled halloumi cheese instead of prosciutto.

Adjust blanching times based on the desired tenderness of the vegetables.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Vegetables can be blanched ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an appetizer or side dish.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled chicken or fish
Antipasto platter

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

Prosciutto is a staple in Italian cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Party
Dinner Party

Popularity Score

75/100

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