Fig And Walnut Confit With Goat Cheese Bruschetta

Name: Fig And Walnut Confit With Goat Cheese Bruschetta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Fig Confit; 1/4 cup butter; 1/2 sweet onion, chopped; 1/2 cup fig jam; 1/2 cup snipped dried figs; 1 tsp dried thyme; 1/4 cup port; 2 tsp balsamic vinegar; 1/3 cup chopped, toasted walnuts; 1 tblsp finely chopped parsley; salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; One long baguette, sliced thin on the diagaonal to yield approx 16 slices; 1/4 cup salted butter, melted; Softened mild Goat cheese, about 8 oz

Servings: persons

Fig Confit
1/4 cup butter
1/2 sweet onion, chopped
1/2 cup fig jam
1/2 cup snipped dried figs
1 tsp dried thyme
1/4 cup port
2 tsp balsamic vinegar
1/3 cup chopped, toasted walnuts
1 tblsp finely chopped parsley
salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
One long baguette, sliced thin on the diagaonal to yield approx 16 slices
1/4 cup salted butter, melted
Softened mild Goat cheese, about 8 oz

1
Melt 1/4 cup butter in saucepan; add chopped onion and cook over medium low heat until soft and starting to caramelize, about 30 mins. add fig jam, thyme and figs; bring to a boil, then add port; bring back up to a boil, and reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, until thickened. add balsamic vinegar, and salt and pepper to taste, then fold in toasted walnuts and parsley; set aside to cool. can be made 3 days in advance; cover and refrigerate until use
2
preheat oven to 350; place baguette slices in a single layer on a baking sheet, brush with 1/4 c. melted butter; bake for 10-15 mins, or until golden; let cool
3
Assembly: spread each baguette slice with a 'schmear' of goat cheese, top with about a tblsp of confit. garnish each with a parsley leaf or thyme sprig, and serve

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Fig Confit, 1/4 cup butter, 1/2 sweet onion, chopped, 1/2 cup fig jam, and more.

Yes, Fig And Walnut Confit With Goat Cheese Bruschetta 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!