Fig and Prosciutto Bruschetta

Ingredients

• 1 loaf Ciabatta loaf
• 6 whole Fresh figs
• 4 ounces Prosciutto di Parma
• 1 cup Ricotta cheese
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves(optional)
• 1 tablespoon Balsamic glaze(optional)
• 0.25 teaspoon Sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and slice the ciabatta loaf into 1-inch thick rounds.

2. 2

   Brush both sides of each bread slice lightly with olive oil and place them on a baking sheet.

3. 3

   Toast the bread in the oven for about 5-8 minutes until the edges are golden brown and crispy.

4. 4

   While the bread toasts, wash the fresh figs and slice them into thin vertical wedges.

5. 5

   Spread a generous tablespoon of ricotta cheese onto each warm slice of toasted ciabatta.

6. 6

   Layer a small ribbon of prosciutto over the ricotta, followed by 2-3 slices of fresh fig.

7. 7

   Drizzle the honey and optional balsamic glaze over the assembled bruschetta.

8. 8

   Finish with a sprinkle of sea salt, cracked pepper, and fresh thyme leaves before serving.