Crispy Prosciutto

Most of you probably know prosciutto as an appetizer - flavorful, salty, and chewy, but have you tried cooking / baking it? Crispy prosciutto is as good as crispy bacon (if not better?) and makes an excellent topping for salads, pasta, eggs, and many other dishes. You have to try these prosciutto crisps if you haven't already - every bite delivers big flavor.

📝 Ingredients

• 8 slices prosciutto (prosciutto crudo, not cotto)
• 1/2 tablespoon oil (if you plan on cooking it on the stove)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1--- In the oven: ---
2. 2Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place prosciutto slices on the paper - they can lay side by side but can't overlap.
3. 3Bake at 400°F (200°C) for about 10-12 minutes or until browned and crispy. Transfer from the baking sheet to a plate. The Prosciutto will crisp up more while cooling. The baking time may vary depending on the oven, keep an eye on it at the end of the baking time - be careful not to burn it.
4. 4--- On the stovetop: ---
5. 5Heat the oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Place slices of prosciutto in the pan - they shouldn't overlap. Cook until browned then turn over and cook until uniformly browned. Be careful not to burn it. Transfer to a plate. The Prosciutto will crisp up more while cooling.