To make perfectly round sandwiches, cut each of the layers separately with the same biscuit cutter. Ask your butcher to slice the prosciutto more thickly than usual so it can be cut easily without tearing; you will need 1 round for each sandwich.
Recipe information
Yield
makes 2 dozen
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
Make the pesto butter: Combine the butter, basil, garlic, Parmesan, and pine nuts in the bowl of a food processor fitted with the metal blade; process until blended. Set aside. Lay the prosciutto slices flat on a piece of plastic wrap, and cover with another piece. Place in freezer 10 minutes.
Step 2
Remove the prosciutto from the freezer; use a 2 1/4-inch round cutter to cut into rounds. Slice the mozzarella 1/8 inch thick, and cut into rounds. Cut the bread using the same cutter, being sure to remove all the crust.
Step 3
Spread a thin layer of pesto butter on 2 bread rounds. Layer 1 round with a round each of mozzarella and prosciutto; top with the other bread round. Repeat with the remaining ingredients. Cover with damp paper towels until ready to serve.
