Honey Roasted Figs and Prosciutto Bruschetta with Burrata - Chef Recipe by Luca Ciano

Ingredients

8 fresh figs, cut into quarters
2 Tbs honey
2 Tbs extra virgin olive oil
30g mixed salad leaves
2 Tbs extra virgin olive oil (for salad)
1 tsp of balsamic vinegar
10g walnuts, toasted
8 ciabatta bread slices, 1cm thickness, toasted
1 burrata (125g) torn or buffalo mozzarella (100g–120g), 1cm diced
4 prosciutto di Parma slices (minimum 18 months old if possible)
4 crushed walnuts, to garnish

Method

Preheat oven at 200 C (400 F).

Place figs skin side down on a greased roasting tray. Sprinkle with honey and a drizzle with olive oil and cook for 6–8 minutes. Remove from oven and place figs on a plate.

In a bowl, mix the salad leaves with oil, vinegar and walnuts (save a few for garnish) and season to taste.

Place slices of grilled ciabatta on a plate. Add a little salad, figs, burrata and finally the prosciutto.

Add a drizzle of olive oil some cracked pepper, a sprinkling of walnuts and serve.

Credits: Recipes and images from Luca's Seasonal Journey by Luca Ciano, published by New Holland Publishers, RRP $49.99.

Photo Credits: Recipes and images from Luca's Seasonal Journey by Luca Ciano, published by New Holland Publishers, RRP $49.99.