Melon and Nectarines with Parma Ham

• 1/2 small honeydew melon
• 4 nectarines, stoned
• 8 oz (225g) thinly sliced Parma ham
• Freshly ground black pepper
• Wooden toothpicks

1. Cut the melon into 16 wedge-shaped slices.
2. Cut off the rind.
3. Cut each nectarine into wedges.
4. Cut the Parma ham into thin strips.
5. Thread a strip of ham and a piece of fruit on to toothpicks.
6. Arrange on a serving platter and season with a little pepper.
7. Variation:
8. Melon, Fig, and Prosciutto Salad: Arrange arugala leaves on 4 plates.
9. Cut the melon into 16 wedge-shaped slices, as above, and divide between the serving plates.
10. Cut 4 figs in quarters but not through the base.
11. Open out the figs and place one in the center of each plate.
12. Cut 8 prosciutto slices in half lengthways and arrange between the melon slices.
13. Sprinkle with pepper and drizzle with balsamic vinegar.
14. Using a potato peeler, shave 3 1/2 oz (100g) Pecorino cheese over the top.

honeydew melon, nectarines, ham, freshly ground black pepper, toothpicks

Taken from www.cookstr.com/recipes/melon-and-nectarines-with-parma-ham (may not work)