Salty and sweet followed by creamy and bitter: Ahhh…

You can substitute papaya, fresh figs, or any kind of melon for the mango. Or try breadsticks.

Serves 6.

2 mangoes, each cut into 6 wedges
12 thin slices prosciutto
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 orange or lime, cut into 6 wedges

1. Wrap each wedge of mango with a prosciutto slice and sprinkle lightly with black pepper.

2. Just before serving, squeeze the orange or lime juice over each slice.

From The $50 Dinner Party: 26 Dinner Parties That Won’t Break Your Bank, Your Back, or Your Schedule (Simon & Schuster, 1998)