Gettin' Figgy

Whenever I go visit my friend Adriana I try things I haven't had before such as grilled duck breast and fresh figs.
Both were amazing and I am now hooked forever.
This fig appetizer is super easy to prepare and tastes like an appetizer from a five star bistro menu.
While Adriana served me a green type fig I found black mission figs in my local grocery store for a fraction of the price. The taste is very similar.
I tucked in slices of different cheeses in a few some to mix it up a bit.

Prosciutto Wrapped Figs with a Balsamic  Reduction

• 6 to 10 fresh figs cut in half
• slices of thin prosciutto
• small slices of various cheeses (optional)
• 1/4 cup of good quality balsamic vinegar 

Preheat oven to 400F


Wrap figs with prosciutto slices and arrange on a cookie sheet.
Insert pieces of cheese under the prosciutto on a few if desired.
 In a small saucepan bring the balsamic vinegar to a low boil and reduce heat and simmer stirring until thickened.
Place in oven until prosciutto starts to crisp.
Remove from the oven.
Arrange on a platter and drizzle with balsamic reduction and serve.

Wine Suggestion: Vinho Verde

Cheers!