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Grilled Mozzarella, Prosciutto, and Ramp Pesto Sandwiches


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  • Author: Bowen Close
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 2
  • Diet: Omnivore

Description

Springs best flavors come together in this grilled sandwich. Ramp pesto, mozzarella, and prosciutto are a perfect match.


Ingredients

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  • 1 bunch ramps
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • Zest of 1/2 medium or large lemon
  • 1-2 Tbsp. lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • Bread
  • Pesto
  • Prosciutto
  • Fresh Mozzarella
  • Olive oil or butter for cooking

Instructions

  1. Separate the ramps’ bulbs and greens. Roughly chop each separately.
  2. Coat a small skillet with olive oil and heat over medium-high heat.
  3. Sauté the chopped ramp bulbs with a pinch of salt until tender and fragrant.
  4. Add the greens and stir until wilted. Turn off the heat.
  5. Transfer the cooked ramps to a food processor. Add the remaining oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and Parmesan.
  6. Process until smooth, adding more oil as needed. Taste and adjust lemon and salt.

For the Sandwiches

  1. Spread ramp pesto on one slice of bread.
  2. Top with prosciutto and thick mozzarella slices. Sprinkle with salt and top with another slice of bread.
  3. Sauté each side in a pan with olive oil and/or butter until the bread is toasted and golden brown, and the cheese is softened and melted.

Notes

  • For a richer pesto, use a combination of Parmesan and Pecorino Romano cheese.
  • If ramps are unavailable, substitute with a mix of leeks and garlic scapes.
  • To prevent the sandwich from becoming soggy, lightly toast the bread before adding the pesto and fillings.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Sandwich
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich
  • Calories: 500
  • Sugar: 5
  • Sodium: 600
  • Fat: 30
  • Saturated Fat: 8
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20
  • Carbohydrates: 40
  • Fiber: 4
  • Protein: 15
  • Cholesterol: 40