Melon Gazpacho with Ham Crostini

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1/2 to 1 serrano chile pepper, halved lengthwise and seeded

1 large clove garlic

1 yellow or orange bell pepper, sliced into 1/4-inch-thick rounds

1/2 sweet onion, sliced into 1/4-inch-thick rounds

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

1/2 baguette, cut into 8 slices

7 cups cantaloupe chunks

1/4 cup white balsamic vinegar

Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

1/4 cup jarred aïoli or mayonnaise

2 ounces thinly sliced serrano ham or prosciutto

1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley