Grilled Bacon Wrapped Peaches
with a honey lemon balsamic glaze
Prep time 10 minutes | Serves: 4-6
Ingredients:
4 large Peaches (6 plums) stone removed cut into 6-8 pieces
12 ounces Bacon (Prosciutto)
40 large Basil leaves,
Olive oil
¼ cup Balsamic glaze, store-bought
½ Lemon juice
2 Tbsp. honey
Directions:
Set a grill to low heat and preheat for 10 minutes or so, brush the grill grates with a paper towel dabbed in oil.
Wash and dry peaches/plums. Cut each peach/plum in half and then each half into 4 quarters. Place a large basil leaf on one side of the peach/plum. Cut the bacon/prosciutto slices in half. Wrap each peach/plum slice and basil leaves with a slice of bacon/ prosciutto. Pin the loose end of the bacon/ prosciutto slice with a toothpick. Repeat with remaining peaches/ plums.
Brush the bacon/ prosciutto wrapped peaches/plums lightly with olive oil so the bacon/prosciutto doesn't stick to the grill. Grill the peaches/plums until the bacon/ prosciutto is cooked, turning so all sides are evenly cooked, about 20 minutes. While waiting for those to cook combine in a small bowl the balsamic glaze, lemon juice, and honey; once combined set aside.
Transfer to a serving platter and remove toothpicks. Drizzle honey lemon balsamic glaze.
Serve hot or at room temperature.
Additional serving option:
This appetizer can easily be turned into the first course of a dinner party or a nice summer salad for those hot days. Just by adding a few ingredients.
Ingredients:
2 cups Arugula/Spinach mix
½ cup Chopped Pecans
1 cup shaved Parmesan
2-3 Tbsp. Olive oil
Season to taste with salt and fresh cracked pepper
Directions:
In a large mixing bowl combine arugula and spinach toss with olive oil and salt and pepper place on plate and top with the bacon/prosciutto wrapped grilled peaches/ plums then top with a drizzling of the balsamic glaze and the shaved parmesan. Then serve to your guests and enjoy.
Pairs beautifully with Hangtime Chardonnay!
