Pear, prosciutto and goat cheese were three staples when my husband and I went to Italy a couple years ago (and pizza, bread and more cheese). I wanted to recreate this winning combo for some easy entertaining. I am showing you two ways you can make it. The first way can either be served as an appetizer, salad or with the main course. The second way is a finger food appetizer. Both are equally amazing and both can make you feel like you're in Italy.

Pear, Prosciutto and Goat Cheese Salad

Ingredients for Both: Makes approx. 1 plated serving each

1 pear, washed
Handful of arugula
3 slices of prosciutto (thinly sliced)
Goat Cheese
Olive oil
Course sea Salt (Maldon) and fresh cracked pepper

Thinly slice the pear horizontally and arrange on the plate. Delicately place the thinly sliced prosciutto on top of the pears. In a bowl, toss a handful of arugula with olive oil and sprinkle on top of the pears. Top with dollops of goat cheese, a drizzle of olive oil and salt and pepper.

Pear, Prosciutto and Goat Cheese Appetizer

Cut the pear into quarters. Put 1 dollop of goat cheese and some arugula in the middle of the pear and wrap with a piece of thinly sliced prosciutto. Drizzle with olive oil and salt and pepper.