Preheat the oven at 350 degrees F.
On a parchment paper-lined baking sheet, arrange the slices of ham and cover with another piece of parchment paper and another baking tray on top. This technique will ensure the Serrano stays flat while it cooks. Bake in the oven for approximately 30 minutes, or until crispy. Remove from oven and set aside on paper towel.
For the polenta: In a heavy saucepan, combine the stock and
milk. Add the cilantro and garlic and bring to a boil. Let
simmer on medium heat for 2 minutes to flavor the mixture. Remove the
cilantro and garlic.
Whisk in the cornmeal and cook over low heat for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring often with a wooden spoon until the grains are soft. Fold in the Asiago cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Keep warm and covered.
For the egg: In a large
saucepan, bring the water to a boil and drop in the eggs for 6 minutes. Remove the eggs with a slotted spoon, run under cold water to shock the
eggs and reserve. Before serving, rattle them around to crack the shell and
peel them.
In the same saucepan containing boiling water, cook the
kale for 1 minute.
Drain and reserve in an ice bath.
In a saucepan on medium heat
melt the
butter. Squeeze out the excess liquid from the kale with your hands,
chop it in half. Saute the kale with
lemon juice for 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
For Serving: Place a large spoon of
polenta on each plate. Top with the kale, a soft boiled egg and
garnish with more grated Asiago cheese and 2 slices of Serrano ham. Serve immediately.
Cook's Note: The polenta can be made ahead and reheated. Add 1/4 to 1/2 cup water or stock, cover the dish, and reheat in the microwave or over low heat. Whisk well before serving.
Grate a dusting of
Parmesan or other favored
cheese over the top just before serving.
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great techniques used
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