Grilled Fig, Hazelnut And Ricotta Crostinis

• 1 cup part skim ricotta
• 1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon hazelnuts, lightly toasted
• 1/2 cup honey, divided
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 10-12 fresh figs (mission or kadota or whatever is local), cut in half lengthwise
• 1/2 French or sourdough baguette, sliced into 1/2 inch slices and lightly toasted

1. 1. Place ricotta, hazelnuts, 1/4 cup honey, and ground cinnamon in a food
2. processor and process until smooth. Set aside.
3. 2. Preheat a grill or grill pan over high heat. Brush figs with oil and place cut side down onto the hot surface and grill on each side for 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool, about 5-7 minutes.
4. 3. To assemble: Spread 1-2 tablespoons ricotta mixture onto each crostini and top with a grilled fig; finish with a drizzle of honey and serve.

ricotta, hazelnuts, honey, ground cinnamon, extra virgin olive oil, fresh figs, sourdough baguette

Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/member/views/grilled-fig-hazelnut-and-ricotta-crostinis-51393011 (may not work)