Radicchio with Smoked Mozzarella, Prosciutto, and Balsamic Vinegar
(Radicchio con Mozzarella Affumicata, Prosciutto, e Aceto Balsamico)
Ingredients:
2 medium heads radicchio (1 and 1/2 pounds total), each cut into 6 wedges and cored
6 ounces smoked mozzarella, sliced and torn into pieces
2 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Directions:
Put oven rack in upper third of oven and preheat oven to 425°F.
Arrange radicchio wedges, cut sides up, in a 2 and 1/2-quart shallow glass or ceramic baking dish (11 by 7 inches).
Drizzle with olive oil and vinegar.
Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Roast radicchio, turning over once or twice, until wilted and tender, about 30 to 40 minutes.
Arrange cheese over radicchio.
Arrange prosciutto over cheese and roast until cheese is just melted, about 3 to 5 minutes.
Serve immediately. Makes 4 side dish servings.