BURRATA BITES
Makes 12.
• 1 ripe pear
• 2 tbsp. unsalted butter
• 1 slice of fresh ginger, 1 1/4 in. thick
• 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper
• Olive oil
• 1 garlic clove, whole but bruised
• Kosher salt
Recipe: Burrata Bites
November 4, 2015 at 5:32PM
• 12 slices baguette, each 1/2 in. thick
• Orange marmalade
• 1 (4 oz.) ball burrata
• 6 thin slices prosciutto
Directions
To caramelize: Quarter pear the long way and cut out the core. (Leave skin on.) Cut crosswise into thin slices. Heat butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add pear slices, ginger and red pepper. Cook until pears are caramel-brown, about 10 minutes. Discard ginger.
To crisp: Set a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Add enough oil to coat the pan. Add garlic and a pinch of salt. When garlic begins to sizzle, add bread (in batches, if need be) and toast until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Discard garlic. Drain toasted bread on paper towels.
To build: Spread each slice of toasted bread with a thin layer of marmalade. Spread each with burrata. Top with a wisp of prosciutto, then a few slices of caramelized pear. Nutrition information per each "bite":
Calories116Fat7 gSodium120 mg
Carbohydrates10 gSaturated fat3 gCalcium66 mg
Protein4 gCholesterol15 mgDietary fiber1 g
Diabetic exchanges per serving: ½ other carb, ½ medium-fat meat, 1 fat.
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