Quick Prosciutto Manchego Apple Stacks: Results of a Forage in the Fridge
These Quick Prosciutto Manchego Apple Stacks came to me when I was feeling peckish for something savory. I didn’t want to turn on the oven, so I started to rummaged around my fridge and pantry.
Quick Idea
We had a block of manchego cheese, a packet of thinly sliced prosciutto, and a few apples. In addition, I also found some lovely peppery arugula and cherry tomatoes.
After gathering up all these ingredients, I came up with the idea of making Prosciutto Manchego Apple Stacks! I love the contrast of taste and textures – salty & chewy (proscuitto), sweet & crunchy (apple), peppery (arugula), creamy (cheese), and juicy (tomato). It’s the perfect little bundle of yum!
Assembling Prosciutto Manchego Apple Stacks
Here’s how you make it. First, cut the prosciutto in half, lengthwise. Then, slice the cheese into about 1/4 inch thick pieces. Next, I core the apples and cut them into roughly the same size as the cheese. Finally, cut the cherry tomatoes into small rounds.
To start, lay down one slice of prosciutto. On top of that, place one slice of apple, 2 arugula leaves, and one piece of Manchego cheese. Then firmly and carefully roll them up into a neat prosciutto bundle.
After that, add the sliced cherry tomatoes rounds and it’s ready! Repeat the steps with the remaining ingredients.
In addition to tasting fabulous, I think they look colorful and pretty enough for company. These little stacks also taste delicious with a glass of well chilled white wine, or cocktails.
The next time you feel like a quick snack, or have unexpected guests dropping in, how about trying this delicious Quick Prosciutto Manchego Apple Stacks? Above all, you can pretty much substitute any cheese*(see my note below) and apple for this recipe. Just experiment with your favorite combos and find your perfect quick, no-cook, finger food snack in no time!
Happy tinkering!
Quick Proscuitto Manchego Apple Stacks
Ingredients
- 6 slices Prosciutto
- 6 slices Manchego cheese Or your favorite cheese
- 1 Apple I like Fuji, or Pink Lady
- 6 Cherry Tomatoes, halved
- Handful Arugula
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients.
- Slice the prosciutto in half, lengthwise.
- Slice the cheese into 1/4 thick – 12 pieces
- Core the apple and cut into 12 pieces
- Lay down the long thin sliced prosciutto. Place one piece cheese, followed by 1-2 arugula leaves, and finally the apple. Roll up the bundle. Top with one piece of tomato.
- Repeat in the same order and assemble until all 12 pieces are done. Arrange on a plate and serve!
Notes
You can also swap out the sliced cherry tomatoes with avocados, fresh mango or even slices of strawberries. Have fun finding your perfect combo! fabfoodflavors.com/quick-proscuitto-manchego-apple-stacks/
*Note on cheese: when I was writing up this post and doing a bit of research on the different types of cheese for appetizers and found this handy article on 19 different types of cheese. I’m including a link here in case you are curious =>https://www.nutritionadvance.com/types-of-cheese/
Here’s another article and link to a list of cheese appetizers by What’s Cooking America https://whatscookingamerica.net/Appetizers/AppetizerIndexes/CheeseAppetizers.htm
For more fab food ideas:
Have you every tried making French Clafoutis? I have a recipe that bakes up in under an hour. Check out this post => Absolutely the Best Quick and Easy French Grape Clafoutis Recipe!
If you are in the mood for something colorful and delicious, please check out my post on this veggie tart = > Colorful And Happy Veggie Blossom Tart
If you are in the mood for a simple meal, please consider this quick and flavorful galette. I have a recipe that makes a yummy zucchini and cheese galette.
