Caramelized Fig Crostini with Country Ham and Goat Cheese Recipe

Name: Caramelized Fig Crostini with Country Ham and Goat Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; Splash of olive oil; 12 small fresh figs, such as Alma, Carolina Dark, or Celeste, halved lengthwise; 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 1/4 cup sugar; Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper; 8 paper-thin slices country ham (about 8 ounces); 24 crostini (see Know-how, page 19); 1 1/2 cups (6 ounces) soft goat cheese; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Splash of olive oil
12 small fresh figs, such as Alma, Carolina Dark, or Celeste, halved lengthwise
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 paper-thin slices country ham (about 8 ounces)
24 crostini (see Know-how, page 19)
1 1/2 cups (6 ounces) soft goat cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

1
Heat the butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the butter is sizzling hot (see Know-how, page 100).
2
Place the figs in the skillet, cut side down, and cook for about 1 minute, until they begin to brown around the edges.
3
Add the vinegar and sprinkle the sugar on top, shaking the pan to distribute evenly.
4
Bring to a boil, shaking the pan back and forth to keep the figs moving, and cook until the liquid reduces to a sticky syrup, about 2 minutes.
5
Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste and set aside to cool slightly.
6
Heat the country ham in a large skillet over medium-high heat until heated through and crispy around the edges; cut each slice into thirds.
7
In a small bowl, combine the goat cheese and parsley.
8
Spread each crostini with about 1 tablespoon of the goat cheese mixture and top with a small slice of country ham and half a caramelized fig.
9
Serve warm or at room temperature.
10
Experiment with the flavor and texture of these two-bite dainties by using different kinds of cheese.
11
Some of my favorites are mascarpone, Saint-Andre, Gorgonzola, fresh ricotta, and fresh burrata mozzarella.
12
You can successfully substitute cooked bacon or prosciutto for the country ham as needed.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, Splash of olive oil, 12 small fresh figs, such as Alma, Carolina Dark, or Celeste, halved lengthwise, 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, and more.

Yes, Caramelized Fig Crostini with Country Ham and Goat Cheese falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Caramelized Fig Crostini with Country Ham and Goat Cheese

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