Crostini With Bleu Cheese And Fresh Fig Compote

Name: Crostini With Bleu Cheese And Fresh Fig Compote
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Fig Compote:; 1 cup dried black Mission figs, chopped finely, stem tips removed and discarded; 1/4 cup heavy sweet Malaga kosher wine or grape juice (see Kitchen Tips); 1/4 cup verjus, preferably California, or red wine vinegar; Leaves of 8 thyme sprigs; Toppings:; 6 large fresh tarragon leaves; 12 green grapes, cut in half; 1 large baguette, preferably semolina; 8 ounces Humboldt Fog or other soft, Northern California bleu cheese

Servings: persons

1
Make the fig compote: Combine the figs, wine, and verjus in a small saucepan set over medium heat. Make an herb bundle by placing the thyme and zest in a small piece of cheesecloth and tie with kitchen twine. Add the bundle to the pot and reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the figs are soft. Remove from the heat and discard the herb bundle.
2
Make the topping: mix the tarragon and grapes in a small bowl and set aside.
3
Preheat the oven to 375u00b0F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with a sheet of parchmnet paper or a Silpat and set aside. Cut the bread on the diagonal into 10 to 12 pieces and arrange the pieces on the sheet in a single layer.
4
Cut the cheese into very thin slices and set aside.
5
Place the bread in the oven and toast on one side for 1 to 2 minutes on each side, until each is pale brown. Remove the baking sheet from oven, and set the oven to broil.
6
Flip the toast on the baking sheet once again and top with cheese slices, making sure to cover them evenly, end to end. Return the sheet to the oven and broil for about 1 minute, until the cheese melts.
7
While the toast is toasting, add the grapes and tarragon to a small mixing bowl and stir to combine.
8
Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Top each and drizzle generously with an equal amount of the warm fig compote. Top each with an equal amount of grape and tarragon mixture. Serve immediately.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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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: Fig Compote:, 1 cup dried black Mission figs, chopped finely, stem tips removed and discarded, 1/4 cup heavy sweet Malaga kosher wine or grape juice (see Kitchen Tips), 1/4 cup verjus, preferably California, or red wine vinegar, and more.

Yes, Crostini With Bleu Cheese And Fresh Fig Compote 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!