Prosciutto Shanks are the ends of fine prosciutto. Too small to be sliced thinly, these shanks have all the delicious flavor and goodness of prosciutto.  Italian cooks use cubed or sliced prosciutto shanks in many ways – to flavor soups or stews, as topping for bruschetta or salads, to add to meatballs or frittatas – the list is endless. And shanks are a bargain!