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Meat & PoultryIntermediate15 min
Dark Side Smoked Prosciutto Crostini
This appetizer is a savory journey to the dark side, featuring the rich, smoky depth of prosciutto and a sweet, dark fig jam. The creamy, tangy goat cheese provides a perfect contrast, all balanced on a crisp, toasted baguette slice.
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Ingredients
- •baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch thick pieces
- •tablespoons olive oil
- •oz soft goat cheese, at room temperature
- •1/4 cup black mission fig jam
- •oz thinly sliced smoked prosciutto
- •tablespoon dark balsamic glaze
- •teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
Prep Steps
- 1Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush both sides of the baguette slices with olive oil and toast on a baking sheet for 5 minutes
- 2minutes until lightly golden and crisp.
- 3Remove the crostini from the oven and allow to cool slightly. Spread a generous layer of the soft goat cheese on each slice.
- 4Top the goat cheese with a small dollop of black mission fig jam, then carefully drape a piece of smoked prosciutto over the jam.
- 5Drizzle the crostini with the dark balsamic glaze and sprinkle with fresh thyme leaves for an aromatic finish.
Chef's Tip & Pairing
For a truly "dark side" presentation, use a black sesame seed baguette. Pair this rich, savory appetizer with a medium-bodied, slightly spicy Zinfandel to complement the smoked meat and fig.
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