When most people travel they splurge on expensive things like jewelry. Me? I traveled 3,000 miles from San Diego to Providence to buy a $3.29 cent bottle of fig, anise, and sesame marmalade.
Though I ate most of it straight out of the bottle with a spoon, I was able to save enough to make this Fig, Prosciutto, and Goat Cheese Crostini.
Then, I couldn't stop eating the crostini. It's no wonder. Crunchy ciabatta bread was topped with sweet fig marmalade, salty prosciutto, and tangy goat cheese.
(This marmalade is from Hallak Middle East Market. 1455 Mineral Spring Ave., North Providence, RI 02904. 401-354-8677.)
Before making this crostini -- which you just have to do -- select a really good Italian or Mediterranean deli/market to get the best ingredients possible. As for the fig marmalade, different varieties are available at both Italian and Middle Eastern markets.
If you want the best fig marmalade though, book a ticket on Southwest to the PVD airport (they're currently running a sale). Then call my mom for directions.
Fig, Proscuitto, and Goat Cheese Crostini
Serves 8-10
Print recipe only here.
1 loaf ciabatta, cut into 8-10 equal size slices
8 ounces (1 cup) goat cheese
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
8-10 slices prosciutto (about 4 ounces)
8 ounces (8 tablespoons) fig marmalade or jelly
Place bread slices on a large baking sheet. Broil for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown.
Meanwhile in a small bowl mix goat cheese, olive oil, parsley, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
Spread each slice of toasted bread with 1 ounce of fig marmalade, then 1 slice of prosciutto; top with 1/8 of the goat cheese mixture. Repeat with remaining slices.
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41 comments:
I'm in Cranston , where can I buy this marmalade?
Yes, do tell... where?
Hi Allison and Lydia: I just called my mom for the name:It's Hallak Middle East Market. 1455 Mineral Spring Ave., North Providence, RI 02904 (401-354-8677). Hope you go! It's run by a really nice family.
I would have to travel even further for this fig marmalade Susan. I can see it would be worth it:D
Fig marmalade. Never heard of this before and sounds good.
Did you really travel just for this marmalade, Susan?
Oh, figs. I'm a devotee of fig preserves. When I moved to Virginia from Georgia, the first thing I looked for in my local market was Braswell's of Georgia fig preserves. They had them. I'm eating them on toasted brioche for breakfast for the next week. Jellied heaven.
However, I'm open to suggestion, so this will have to be made.
Too funny. I was just at Henry's today and wanted to buy some fig spread for the exact same thing (goat cheese & fig) but it was $5.99. I left with just the goat cheese, hoping I could find the spread somewhere cheaper. ...now I know where!!
These photos are so delectable! I was cleaning out my fridge today and came across a forgotten jar of fig jam. It will not be lonely anymore :)
yummy these crostini look delciious. I love the sweet and salty taste. i ll try to make some fig jam myself :)
Fig marmalade looks delicious,never had this before, will def try if i come across or make some fig jam for myself :)
I'm in West Warwick...thanks for the info. I adore figs!
Oh I just love figs! I even have two fig trees in my yard! Never had fig marmalade but it sounds wonderful.
Gorgeous, gorgeous marmalade. Is this a house specialty or do they import it?
Wow looks amazing. Though I have to say, the combination that you made out of it is even more enticing than just the marmalade itself.
This is a perfect appy - I will be bookmarking these!
I love homemade Fig Marmalade, the best I ever tasted was from Greece. My mother in law lives there and she made it for me. The figs in Greece are huge and sweet. It was so good I could not stop eating it.
The crostini look awesome. I can see why you would be up for the trip - I've gone to Italy just for the food! Maybe not as extreme as a jar of jam, but it's still amazing the things we'll do for good eats!
i'm originally from bosont and will have to get some next time i'm home.
and i'd like one of those crostini right now, please.
val-A girl after my own heart.
aparna- No, but I would. ;)
haleysuzanne-On brioche? "Jellied heaven," indeed. :)
sharon-I've got to find a good Middle Eastern market here. I'm sure it's cheaper and better.
leftoverist-I don't blame ya!
snooky-Making fig jam? Call me; I'll help! :)
parita-You've got to try it!
susan- They import it, though the market provides many home cooked foods too.
lisa-Then it's not far at all!
debbie-So where do you live? ;)
kara-That's awfully sweet of you. thanks!
finsmom-Great! I'm happy to hear it!
janet-I'm sure it's luscious!
ashley-I would do serious damage in Italy. ;)
michaela-It's only a 45 min ride, and it's worth it!
That's such an interesting combination of flavors! I am trying to imagine how the marmalade taste, with anise and sesame seeds. Lovely use of a great buy.
Figs and cheese and prosciutto are such an awesome combination.
I'd be happy to fly to Provence for the marmalade, but times are tight. I'd have to pick up some lavendar or something to have a good enough excuse to make the trip. I'll have to settle for the domestic variety.
I would! Then, I would have a case shipped home! Yum...
Thank you for sharing this with us!
Best,
Janet
This looks delicious...better not show this to the hungry hubby. He is a fig eating fiend and wouldn't mind travelling 3000 miles for this.
There are some things in life that are just worth the effort. This fits the list! This sort of reminds me (in a small way, because yours looks better) the fig spread from Whole Foods. 4.99 for a small jar, but quite delicious!
Fig Marmalade is something I could go that far! The crostinis look divine.
This would be perfect in a post called:
"You know your obsessed with food when....."
I would totally eat all that crostini. It's become one of my favorite snacks.
Susan, you won't believe this - we make this all the time! We love the combination of the fig spread and prosciutto. Delicious.
Fig marmelade? Sounds so good...such a great combination of ingredients...lovely for appetizers. Nice pictures!
Yes, Susan..you know I would!! :)
Maryann xox
I have a friend that lives VERY close to providence.
i've already cut and pasted it an email...
I proabably wouldn't - BUT this is some fantastic looking marmalade!
Smokes! That looks SO good!
I love fig jam and can't wait until August to make some. Love the idea of having it with goat cheese and crostinis.
I would! But I fear I have more than 3000 miles to go for that awesome looking fig marmalade! :) Lovely crostini!
Ah Susan I don't think it's the same fig marmalade but when I discovered some several years ago in the market I was smitten - gorgeous stuff. Now I'll have to be trying this topping soon - I think there's a recipe for ciabatta in my future.
Have you checked into their shipping charges? I suppose it's worth it, though, because those look gorgeous!
Ha ha! I'm pretty sure you had other things to see in Providence than marmalade, but it's such a unique product, I wouldn't blame you if you did! I'm glad you spared a bit of it for this wonderful crostini! :P
Oh, this sounds incredible. I LOVE figs in pretty much any shape or form. I think I have eaten a lb. of dry figs in the last 8 days. :)
never had fig marmalade.. but this one sound wonderful. impressive idea and excellent photo's :) love ye blog :)
cheers!!
I LOVE FIGS!!!!
I spent some time in Italy a few years back, where they made their own fig jam. No sugar, just boiled figs, adn it is phenomenal. Great recipe! Glad I foudn your blog ~
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