PECORINO ROMANO WITH APPLES AND FIG JAM

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Categories     Appetizer

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients
6 dried figs, halved
1/2 cup simple syrup, recipe follows
2 tablespoons brandy
1/4 cup chopped toasted hazelnuts
24 baguette slices
Olive oil, for drizzling
1/2 cup grated Pecorino Romano
1 large apple (Granny Smith or Braeburn), thinly sliced into 24 slices
1/4 pound chunk Pecorino Romano, for shaving 24 pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Place a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the figs, simple syrup, and brandy. Bring the mixture up to a simmer. Turn off the heat and let sit for 10 minutes. Place the fig mixture and the hazelnuts in a food processor and blend, pulsing a few times, until pureed. Set aside. Place the baguette slices on a heavy baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil. Top each slice with 1 teaspoon grated Pecorino Romano. Bake until the bread is toasted and the cheese is melted and golden, about 7 minutes. Top each slice of toast with 2 teaspoons of fig jam, a slice of apple and a piece of shaved Pecorino Romano. Transfer the toasts to a serving platter and serve. Simple syrup: * 1/2 cup water * 1 cup sugar In a saucepan combine water and sugar over medium heat. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, until the sugar has dissolved. Take pan off heat and cool the syrup. Any extra cooled syrup can be saved in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

arif hussain
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I tried this recipe and it was just okay. I think I would have liked it better with a different type of cheese.


Melissa Mejia
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I'm not sure about this recipe. The combination of apples and cheese seems a bit strange to me.


Nonttando
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This sounds like a delicious and elegant dish. I'm definitely going to give it a try.


Muqadir Khattak
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I'm always looking for new and interesting recipes. This one definitely fits the bill! I can't wait to try it.


Baized Hosen
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This is the perfect recipe for a fall gathering. The apples and fig jam give it a warm and cozy flavor.


Terry Barbarin
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I made this dish for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it up!


Sur Faraz
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This recipe is a keeper! It's perfect for a party or a special occasion.


Omotosho Ayomide
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I've never had anything like this before. It's so unique and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Royal Louis
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This was a quick and easy appetizer to make. I served it with crackers and it was a hit!


Sam John
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I'm not a big fan of cheese, but I really enjoyed this dish. The apples and fig jam helped to balance out the strong flavor of the cheese.


Mwebaze Rickson
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Absolutely delicious! I made this for a special occasion and it was a huge success. Thank you for sharing this recipe.


Rawaah Mehdani
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I wasn't sure about the combination of apples and cheese, but I'm so glad I tried it! This recipe is now one of my favorites.


imdasraful molla
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! I especially loved the crispy edges of the cheese.


Mariah Welsh
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The flavors are so well-balanced and the presentation is beautiful.


Zinhle Nc
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This recipe was a hit at my dinner party! The combination of sharp Pecorino Romano, sweet apples, and tangy fig jam was divine. I highly recommend serving this dish with a glass of red wine.