Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors with our exquisite crostini recipes, featuring the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy notes. These elegant appetizers elevate any occasion, offering a delightful interplay of textures and flavors. Discover the classic combination of creamy goat cheese and luscious poached figs, perfectly complemented by the crispy crunch of toasted baguette slices. For a more robust experience, explore the tantalizing combination of roasted red peppers, sun-dried tomatoes, and tangy feta cheese, all harmoniously arranged on toasted crostini. If you prefer a burst of freshness, immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of cherry tomatoes, basil, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze, creating a refreshing and flavorful treat. Each recipe is meticulously crafted to ensure a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.
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FIG, GOAT CHEESE, AND PROSCIUTTO CROSTINI
Get ready to nosh on crispy crostini topped with fresh figs, creamy goat cheese, and prosciutto.
Provided by Bonne Maman
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Slice 12 ½-inch slices of bread from the baguette. Place on a baking sheet, and brush generously with the olive oil. Sprinkle a little salt if desired on each slice.
- Bake for about 10 mins, or until crisp and slightly golden. Remove from oven and cool slightly.
- Spread goat cheese on each crostini. Spread about a tablespoon of Bonne Maman Fig Preserves on top of the goat cheese.
- Fold the slices of prosciutto neatly and place on top of each crostini.
- Lay fresh arugula leaves on top of each crostini to taste.
MARINATED FIG AND GOAT CHEESE CROSTINI
Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian
Categories appetizer
Time 15m
Yield 8 crostini
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, combine the goat cheese, olive oil, honey and half of the tarragon, shallots and lemon zest. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a separate bowl, toss the figs with the lemon juice, saba vinegar and remaining tarragon, shallots and lemon zest. Season with salt and pepper.
- Spread the goat cheese mixture on the crostini, then top with the figs.
CROSTINI WITH RICOTTA AND GOAT CHEESE
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories appetizer
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the bread slices. Grill the bread until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.
- Stir the goat cheese, ricotta cheese, basil, lemon peel, and remaining 1 tablespoon of oil in a small bowl until smooth and creamy. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Spread the cheese mixture over the crostini. Arrange the toasts on a platter and serve.
FIG, PEPITA AND GOAT CHEESE CROSTINI
Steps:
- Toast 1 sliced baguette in a 350 degrees F oven, 6 to 8 minutes. Spread the pieces with a 10 1/2 -ounce log goat cheese, then top with 1/4 cup fig jam and 1/2 cup toasted pepitas.Season with salt and pepper.
GOAT-CHEESE CROSTINI WITH FIG COMPOTE
These canapes are a festive addition to holiday gatherings that call for great friends, elegant bites, and jolly cocktails.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers Finger Food Recipes
Time 40m
Yield Makes 24
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat broiler. Brush both sides of baguette slices with oil; place on a rimmed baking sheet. Broil until golden, 1 to 2 minutes per side; set toasts aside.
- In a small saucepan, combine figs, sugar, wine, thyme, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil; reduce to a simmer, and cook until thickened, 7 to 9 minutes. Let compote cool to room temperature.
- Dividing evenly, spread each toast with goat cheese, and top with compote. Garnish with thyme, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 84 g, Fat 3 g, Protein 2 g
FIG JAM AND GOAT CHEESE CROSTINI
Flavors of fall 'sage and figs' pair up with tangy goat cheese for an elegant appetizer that's a perfect pairing for a glass of bubbly. The toasts can be made up to a day ahead and stored at room temperature in an airtight container. The sage can also be prepared a day ahead, loosely wrapped in a paper towel, and stored in an airtight container. Fig jam can be purchased at high-end grocery stores. Quince jam, a.k.a. membrillo, would also be delicious here. Taken from CHOW.com
Provided by alligirl
Categories Cheese
Time 45m
Yield 20 crostini, 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 400°F
- Cut the baguette on the bias into about 20 (1/2-inch-thick) slices and place on a baking sheet.
- Using 1 tablespoon of the olive oil, lightly brush each slice. Sprinkle with salt and bake until lightly toasted and crisp, about 8 minutes; let cool.
- Line a plate with paper towels and set aside.
- Heat the remaining olive oil in a small frying pan over medium-low heat. When the oil shimmers, gently place 2 to 3 sage leaves at a time into the hot oil until they darken in color and any bubbling subsides.
- Immediately remove the leaves with tongs or a slotted spoon and transfer to the paper-towel-lined plate.
- Repeat with remaining sage leaves; set aside.
- Gently spread 1 teaspoon of the goat cheese on each crostini, top with a heaping 1/2 teaspoon of the fig jam, and garnish with a fried sage leaf.
FIG AND GOAT CHEESE CROSTINI
Categories Cheese Fruit Appetizer Bake Cocktail Party Goat Cheese Dried Fruit Fig Fall Shower Party Gourmet Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 24 hors d'oeuvres
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Make savory fig jam:
- Cook shallot, thyme sprigs, and bay leaf in butter in a 1- to 1 1/2-quart heavy saucepan over moderately low heat, stirring, until shallot is softened, about 2 minutes. Add dried figs, Port, salt, and pepper and bring to a boil. Simmer, covered, until figs are soft, about 10 minutes. If there is still liquid in saucepan, remove lid and simmer, stirring, until most of liquid is evaporated, 3 to 4 minutes more. Discard bay leaf and thyme sprigs and transfer jam to a bowl. Cool, then stir in minced thyme and salt and pepper to taste.
- Make toasts while jam cools:
- Put oven rack in middle position and preheat to 350°F.
- Halve each baguette slice diagonally, then arrange on a baking sheet and brush tops lightly with oil. Bake until lightly toasted, about 7 minutes. Cool on baking sheet on a rack.
- Assemble crostini:
- Spread each toast with 1 teaspoon fig jam and top with about 1 1/2 teaspoons goat cheese and 2 pieces fresh fig.
CROSTINI WITH WARM GOAT CHEESE AND BALSAMIC FIGS
These are very easy to make and are absolutely delicious. The ingredients are estimates since it really depends on how large your crostini are. Feel free to make your own crostini by cutting french bread into thin slices and toasting them in the oven. Prep time does not include the soak time for the figs. Another option for serving, is to take the soaked figs and blend in a mini food processor, then spread on the goat cheese before baking.
Provided by C. Taylor
Categories Cheese
Time 20m
Yield 16 crostini, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Chop figs into 1/4 inch pieces and soak in balsamic vinegar, over night.
- When ready, preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spread goat cheese onto the crostini, and top with a spoonful of the chopped balsamic figs. Bake for approximately 10 minutes.
- Remove from oven, and drizzle with a few drops of the remaining balsamic vinegar. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 108.8, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 16.8, Sodium 110.8, Carbohydrate 8.6, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 6.6, Protein 5
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use ripe, in-season figs.
- To poach the figs, bring a pot of water to a simmer and add the sugar. Once the sugar has dissolved, add the figs and poach for 5-7 minutes, or until they are tender.
- To make the goat cheese spread, simply combine the goat cheese, honey, and thyme in a bowl and mix until smooth.
- To assemble the crostini, slice the baguette into thin slices and toast them in the oven until golden brown.
- Top each crostini with a spread of goat cheese, a poached fig, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Conclusion:
Crostini with Poached Figs and Goat Cheese is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. The sweet figs, creamy goat cheese, and tangy balsamic glaze come together to create a flavor combination that is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give this recipe a try.
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