Nectarine Brioche with Prosciutto, Basil, & Balsamic

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Course Appetizer, Brunch, Snack

Cuisine American

Ingredients

brioche bread*
fresh nectarines sliced
proscuitto
ricotta cheese
bleu cheese crumbles
fresh basil for garnish
balsamic reduction for garnish

Instructions

Slice brioche in half or into slices.
Spread with a generous layer of ricotta {season with salt and pepper if desired}
Top with bleu cheese crumbles and then nectarine slices.
Top nectarines with torn pieces of prosciutto.
Broil for 4-5 minutes until prosciutto is crispy, bread is toasted on edges and cheese is melted. Garnish with basil and a drizzle of balsamic reduction.

Notes

*brioche bread is available in many forms, loafs, rolls, baguettes. You can cut it into slices as you would for crostini or use an open face roll as I did and cut it into smaller pieces. Look for it in the specialty sections of your grocery or bakery.

Keyword appetizer bites, nectarine brioche, nectarines with prosciutto