Description:

A creative twist on the classic Saltimbocca, this recipe uses slices of acorn squash wrapped in prosciutto and sage, delivering a perfect balance of sweet squash and salty, herby flavors.

Cooking Equipment Needed:

  • Oven Baking sheet Knife Toothpicks

Ingredients:

  • 1 acorn squash, sliced into 1/4-inch thick rounds
    8 slices of prosciutto
    16 sage leaves
    Olive oil for drizzling
    Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking Time:

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

Cooking Steps:

Prepare Ingredients: Preheat the oven to 400~F (200~C). Remove the seeds from the acorn squash slices and season them with a little salt and pepper.

Assemble: Place a sage leaf on each slice of squash, wrap with a slice of prosciutto, and secure with a toothpick.

Bake: Arrange the wrapped squash slices on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and bake for 20 minutes, or until the squash is tender and the prosciutto is crispy.

Serve: Serve hot as an appetizer or a side dish.