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Burrata, topped with tomatoes and prosciutto in a bowl

Burrata with Warm Tomatoes and Prosciutto

This elegant yet easy appetizer combines creamy burrata cheese with blistered cherry tomatoes, savory prosciutto, and a touch of garlic and oregano. Perfect for entertaining or treating yourself to something special, it’s ready in under 20 minutes and pairs beautifully with crusty bread or a glass of wine.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Appetizer, lunch
Cuisine: American, Italian, Mediterranean
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 small balls of Burrata cheese or 1 large ball
  • 6 oz cherry tomatoes
  • 1 garlic clove thinly sliced
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • A pinch of salt
  • 1 tsp dried oregano divided (Mexican oregano preferred)
  • 2 slices of prosciutto torn
  • Fresh crusty bread optional, for serving

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add garlic and cook until fragrant but not browned, about 30 seconds.
  3. Add cherry tomatoes, salt, and half of the oregano. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally and gently pressing on the tomatoes until they burst and a sauce forms.
  4. Tear burrata and place on a serving plate.
  5. Spoon warm tomatoes and pan juices over the burrata.
  6. Top with torn prosciutto and the remaining oregano.
  7. Serve immediately, with bread if desired.

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