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Cheese & DairyIntermediate15 min
Fig, Prosciutto, and Gorgonzola Wine Day Crostini
This crostini is a symphony of contrasting flavors, featuring the salty bite of prosciutto, the creamy tang of Gorgonzola, and the sweet richness of fig jam. Drizzled with a sharp balsamic glaze, it is the perfect sophisticated bite to celebrate National Drink Wine Day. The combination of textures—crisp bread, soft cheese, and delicate meat—makes for an unforgettable appetizer.
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Ingredients
- •baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
- •tablespoons olive oil
- •oz Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
- •1/4 cup fig jam or preserves
- •slices prosciutto, thinly sliced and torn
- •tablespoon balsamic glaze
- •Fresh thyme sprigs, for garnish
Prep Steps
- 1Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush both sides of the baguette slices with olive oil and arrange them on a baking sheet.
- 2Toast the crostini for 8 minutes
- 3minutes, or until lightly golden and crisp. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
- 4Spread a small amount of fig jam on each crostini. Top with crumbled Gorgonzola cheese and a piece of torn prosciutto.
- 5Return the crostini to the oven for 2 minutes
- 6minutes, just until the cheese begins to soften.
- 7Drizzle each piece with balsamic glaze and garnish with a tiny sprig of fresh thyme before serving.
Chef's Tip & Pairing
For an ideal pairing on National Drink Wine Day, serve this rich, savory crostini with a medium-bodied, fruit-forward Merlot or a robust Cabernet Franc to complement the salty prosciutto and sweet fig.
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