Description
Sweet and savory figs meet Manchego cheese and caramelized shallots on toasted baguette slices. A perfect appetizer for any occasion.
Ingredients
Units
- 1/2 baguette
- 6 figs, quartered
- 1 shallot, sliced thin
- 1 tbsp butter (14 g) butter
- 1/2 cup (118 ml) Labne yogurt cheese
- 1/2 cup (118 ml) jalapeño jelly
- 1/3 cup (79 ml) Manchego cheese, shredded
- cilantro leaves, parsley, or arugula and fresh figs
Instructions
- Heat butter in a small skillet over medium heat, add shallots and cook until browned, stirring occasionally. About 5 minutes.
- Slice baguette on the diagonal, about 1/2 inch thick. Brush with olive oil or butter. Broil or toast until browned. Watch carefully, as they can burn quickly.
- Place toasted baguette slices on a baking sheet. Spread each piece with Labne, top with jalapeño cheese and a fig quarter. Sprinkle with cheese and place under the broiler until cheese melts. Watch closely.
- Garnish with cilantro, parsley, or arugula and figs. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For best results, use a high-quality baguette with a crisp crust.
- If you don’t have Labne, substitute plain Greek yogurt or ricotta cheese.
- To make ahead, prepare the crostini and store them separately from the toppings; assemble just before serving to prevent sogginess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crostini
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 10