Spicy Prosciutto Spread

1. Trim skin off prosciutto and remove any sinew or tendons. Cut into ½-inch cubes.

2. In food processor, combine Calabrian chiles, tomato paste and garlic; process until no large chile or garlic pieces remain. Add black pepper, paprika, onion powder and oregano; stir to incorporate.

3. In bowl, toss prosciutto cubes with chile-herb mixture; freeze on sheet tray until nearly frozen.

4. Set up meat grinder with 3/8- or ¼-in. die. Run prosciutto through grinder twice, rechilling between grinds if necessary.

5. Remove ground prosciutto to mixer fitted with paddle attachment. Add red wine vinegar and paddle just until incorporated.

6. Refrigerate until ready to use. To serve, spread on bread or crackers.

Photo courtesy of Consorzio del Prosciutto di Parma