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Baked figs with goat cheese, honey, and thyme on crispy toast

Wegetariańskie I'm not hungry Appetizers Dishes for Special Occasions 20 min Easy 4 wyświetleń ~28.12 PLN - (0)
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This is an exquisite and incredibly simple appetizer, perfect for when you're not very hungry but crave something special. This dish is the essence of flavor balance: the natural, deep sweetness of ripe figs pairs perfectly with the creamy, slightly salty and tangy notes of goat cheese. The whole is complemented by aromatic, herbal thyme and liquid honey, which adds another layer of sweetness and creates an appetizing glaze. All of this rests on a crispy, golden toast made from artisanal sourdough bread, providing the perfect contrast to the soft, warm ingredients. Visually, the dish is stunning – the deep purple of the figs, the white of the cheese, and the gold of the honey create small works of art. It is an ideal choice for a romantic dinner, an elegant gathering, or as a light snack with a glass of wine.

Składniki (9)

Servings:
2
  • Fresh figs 4 szt.
  • Goat cheese (roll) 100 g
  • Sourdough bread 80 g
  • wildflower honey 40 g
  • Extra virgin olive oil 0.1 łyżek
  • Fresh thyme 0.0 pęczków
  • Sea salt 1 g
  • 🌿 Przyprawy
  • Pieprz czarny świeżo mielony 1 szczypta
  • ✨ Opcjonalne
  • Walnuts 20 g
💰 Szacowany koszt dania: ~28.12 PLN (14.06 PLN/porcję)

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Preparation steps

Preparation of ingredients

1

Start by preparing all the ingredients. Preheat the oven to 180°C with the convection function or 190°C in top-bottom mode. Prepare a small baking tray and line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier. Gently wash the figs under cold running water and dry them with a paper towel. Cut off the tough end with the stem. Then, place each fig upright and make a cross cut with a sharp knife from the top, about 2/3 deep into the fruit. Be careful not to cut the fig all the way through – it should open like a flower.

Ingredients: Fresh figs
Use a small, sharp knife (e.g., for vegetables) to make precise cuts in the figs. The cuts will allow you to place cheese inside and will make the fruits look beautiful after baking.

Preparing the toast

2

Cut two thick slices of sourdough bread, each about 1.5 cm thick. Using a kitchen brush, spread a thin layer of olive oil on each slice on both sides. Place the slices on the same baking sheet where you will bake the figs. Put the baking sheet in the preheated oven for about 4-5 minutes. The toasts should become slightly golden and crispy at the edges. After this time, remove them from the oven and set aside.

Ingredients: Sourdough bread, Extra virgin olive oil
If you don't have a brush, you can gently drizzle the bread with oil and spread it with your fingers. Be careful not to over-toast the bread; it should be only lightly crispy, not hard like crackers.

Preparing figs

3

Now it's time to stuff the figs. Take the goat cheese roll and using a small spoon or butter knife, place a portion of cheese (about 25g per fig) in the center of each slit fig. Gently open the 'petals' of the fig to make room for the cheese. Arrange the stuffed figs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle each fig with a little honey (about half of the total amount), then sprinkle with fresh thyme leaves (pluck them from the stems), a pinch of sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper.

Ingredients: Fresh figs, Goat cheese (roll), wildflower honey, Fresh thyme, Sea salt, Pieprz czarny świeżo mielony
It's best to take the goat cheese out of the fridge 10 minutes before use; it will be softer and easier to spread. Don't worry if the cheese leaks a bit during baking – that's normal and looks appetizing.

Baking and final assembly

4

Place the baking tray with figs back in the preheated oven (180°C) and bake for 8-10 minutes. The figs are ready when they become very soft, slightly caramelized at the edges, and the goat cheese melts and lightly browns. Remove the tray from the oven. On the plates, arrange the previously prepared warm toasts. Carefully place two baked figs on each toast. Drizzle everything with the remaining honey. If using the optional ingredient, sprinkle everything with coarsely chopped walnuts for added crunch.

Ingredients: wildflower honey, Walnuts
To transfer the hot figs from the tray to the toast, use a small spatula or a wide knife to prevent them from falling apart. Serve the dish immediately while it is warm and aromatic.

Fun Fact

💡

Figs are one of the oldest fruits cultivated by humans. Archaeological evidence from the Jordan Valley indicates their intentional cultivation as far back as 11,400 years ago, making them older than the cultivation of wheat or barley.

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Tips

🍽️ Serving

Serve immediately after preparation, when the figs and cheese are warm, and the toasts are crispy. They pair perfectly with a glass of chilled white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc, or a light red like Pinot Noir. For an added touch of freshness and a peppery note, you can place the toasts on a few arugula leaves.

🥡 Storage

This dish tastes best fresh and is not recommended for storage. The croutons will lose their crunch, and the figs and cheese will change texture after reheating. However, if you have leftover ingredients, store them separately in the fridge and prepare the dish just before serving.

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