That’s exactly what happened in our house this week. My wife appeared in the kitchen and declared she was making Bavarian frankfurters wrapped in prosciutto, with prunes and a seed salad — and the result was so delicious, it deserves pride of place on That’s Christmas 365.
This dish is cosy, hearty, and full of winter warmth. The smoky, savoury prosciutto, the gently spiced Bavarian frankfurters, and the rich sweetness of pitted prunes create a combination that feels wonderfully festive.
Paired with a crunchy, earthy salad of mixed seeds, raisins, and mushrooms, it’s a meal that’s both comforting and surprisingly elegant.
Ingredients
For the frankfurters
Bavarian frankfurter sausages
Thin slices of prosciutto ham
Pitted prunes
A touch of olive oil or melted butter (optional)
Freshly ground black pepper
For the festive seed, raisin, and mushroom salad
Mixed salad greens
Sliced tomatoes
Spring Onions
Chestnut or button mushrooms, sliced
Mixed seeds (pumpkin, sunflower, sesame, etc.)
Raisins
Olive oil
Balsamic or apple cider vinegar
Sea salt and pepper
Home made mayo
How to Make It
1. Wrap and prepare
Lay out slices of prosciutto and place one or two prunes on each. Add a Bavarian frankfurter and roll the ham around it, securing if needed. As they bake, the prunes soften beautifully, creating pockets of sweet richness.
2. Bake until lightly crisp
Place the wrapped sausages on a greased baking tray and brush lightly with oil or butter. Bake at 180°C for around 15–18 minutes, until the prosciutto edges crisp and the frankfurters are heated through. The aroma is unmistakably festive.
3. Make the salad
Toss salad greens, sliced tomatoes, with sliced mushrooms, seeds, and raisins. Dress simply with olive oil, or British Rapeseed oil, and a splash of vinegar, then season to taste. It’s crunchy, wholesome, and a lovely counterbalance to the sweet–savvy frankfurters.
Serving Ideas
Add a dollop of mustard, cranberry relish, or apple chutney.
Serve with crusty bread, roast potatoes, or braised red cabbage for a more substantial plate.
Slice the frankfurters into smaller pieces for a Christmas buffet platter.
This recipe, born from a spontaneous spark of creativity in the kitchen, is perfect for those relaxed December evenings when you want something festive and comforting without spending hours cooking. It just might become a new family tradition.