25 Times Prosciutto Proved It Is Better Than Bacon

Yeah I'll say it — prosciutto is better than bacon. Sure, my Italian roots might sway my opinion, but hear me out: you don't have to cook it. It's salty and delicious. You can wrap literally anything with it and it will become instantly better. If you agree, you'll want to bookmark these recipes that star prosciutto, from pastas to appetizers and salads.

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Prosciutto-Wrapped Feta-Stuffed Dates
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Prosciutto-Wrapped Feta-Stuffed Dates

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Charred Brussels Sprouts Pizza With Sage and Prosciutto
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Charred Brussels Sprouts Pizza With Sage and Prosciutto

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Crispy Prosciutto Cups With Goat Cheese and Figs
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Crispy Prosciutto Cups With Goat Cheese and Figs

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Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus
Damn Delicious

Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus

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Gouda Mac and Cheese With Peaches and Prosciutto
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Gouda Mac and Cheese With Peaches and Prosciutto

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Pesto and Prosciutto Stuffed Chicken With Sherry Cream Sauce
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Pesto and Prosciutto Stuffed Chicken With Sherry Cream Sauce

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Croque Monsieur Pop-Tarts
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Croque Monsieur Pop-Tarts

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Prosciutto-Wrapped Chicken With Scalloped Potatoes
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Prosciutto-Wrapped Chicken With Scalloped Potatoes

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Roasted Butternut Noodles With Crispy Prosciutto
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Roasted Butternut Noodles With Crispy Prosciutto

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Prosciutto and Cheddar Breakfast Sandwich
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Prosciutto and Cheddar Breakfast Sandwich

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Humboldt Fog and Prosciutto Grilled Cheese
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Humboldt Fog and Prosciutto Grilled Cheese

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Balsamic Peach, Basil Chicken, and Prosciutto Tarts
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Balsamic Peach, Basil Chicken, and Prosciutto Tarts

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Goat Cheese and Prosciutto Crostini
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Goat Cheese and Prosciutto Crostini

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Asparagus and Prosciutto Puff Pastry Pizzas
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Asparagus and Prosciutto Puff Pastry Pizzas

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Grilled Peach Kale Salad With Crispy Prosciutto
Heather Christo

Grilled Peach Kale Salad With Crispy Prosciutto

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Buttery Spring Pea and Burrata Pasta With Prosciutto
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Buttery Spring Pea and Burrata Pasta With Prosciutto

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Prosciutto and Cheese Soufflé
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Prosciutto and Cheese Soufflé

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Brown Sugar Grilled Peaches With Ricotta and Prosciutto
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Brown Sugar Grilled Peaches With Ricotta and Prosciutto

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Croque Madame Chicken Burgers
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Croque Madame Chicken Burgers

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Ricotta, Pea Puree, and Caramelized Onion Crostini With Prosciutto
Heather Christo

Ricotta, Pea Puree, and Caramelized Onion Crostini With Prosciutto

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Prosciutto Baked Brie Bites With Honey Pears and Walnuts
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Prosciutto Baked Brie Bites With Honey Pears and Walnuts

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Spinach, Prosciutto, and Butternut Squash Pizza
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Spinach, Prosciutto, and Butternut Squash Pizza