Prosciutto Wrapped Hearts Of Palm - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/4 c. white wine vinegar
1/2 c. extra virgin olive oil
4 sprigs fresh thyme or 1/2 tsp. dried
1/2 tsp. freshly ground pepper
2 (14 oz.) cans hearts of palm, drained and rinsed
1/2 lb. thinly sliced Prosciutto, halved lengthwise
2 bunches arugula, large stems removed

Preparation

In a non-aluminum bowl, combine the vinegar, oil, thyme and pepper.
Cut the hearts of palm in half crosswise.
Wrap each piece in a slice of Prosciutto; secure with a toothpick.
Place the hearts of palm in the marinade; chill for 3 hours.
Remove palms from the marinade.
Place the arugula leaves on a serving platter. Arrange the wrapped hearts of palm on top.
Sprinkle with a grinding of pepper.
Serve at room temperature.