Fig Crostini with Manchego and Caramelized Shallots
Prep Time
15mins
Cook Time
5mins
Total Time
20mins
A sweet & savory fig crostini with jalapeno jam and caramelized shallots that tantalizes your tastebuds.
Servings: 10crostini
Ingredients
1/2baguette
6figsquartered
1shallotsliced thin
1tablespoonbutter
1/2cupLabne yogurt cheese
1/2cupjalapeño jelly
1/3cupManchego cheeseshredded
Garnish: cilantro leavesparsley, 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 to brown. If broiling in oven, watch carefully, 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 broiler until cheese melts. Watch closely.
Garnish with cilantro, parsley or arugula and figs. Serve immediately.