Fig & Pecan Crostini
When I start to think about developing an appetizer recipe I go right for what can go on a crostini. The crisp bread is a perfect vehicle to deliver tasty bites of goodness. Crostini’s are easy for guests to manage too. The combinations are endless and I like both savory and sweet. The Fig & Pecan crostini is the perfect combination of both of these flavors. A great fall appetizer to serve at tailgate parties or around the fire with your favorite cocktail.
INGREDIENTS
1 french baguette
Olive oil
Kosher salt & course ground pepper
1-8.5 ounce jar fig spread or you can make your own Fig Jam
1- 15 ounce container ricotta cheese, whole milk
1 cup chopped Spiced Pecans
1/4 cup honey
8 figs cut in to thin slices
Spiced Pecans and thyme sprigs for garnish
DIRECTIONS
Preheat oven to 350° F
Slice baguette into thin slices, placed on parchment lined cookie sheet. Drizzle each slice with olive oil and season with Kosher salt and pepper.
Bake for 13 to 15 minutes in the oven.
While crostini’s are baking. Place ricotta cheese in bowl, using a hand mixer whip for 2 minutes until lumps are removed. Stir in honey and chopped pecans.
Slice figs and set aside.
Remove crostini’s from oven once crispy and golden brown, allow to cool. Spread each slice with Fig Jam, edge to edge. Top the jam with a dollop of the ricotta mixture. Garnish with sliced fig and Spiced Pecan. Add a sprig of thyme as garnish.
Arrange on a platter and serve to guests.
Yield: 12 servings
