Blue Cheese and Fig Bruschetta

Let’s ring in the holidays with this delicious appetizer or enjoy it as a meal with a wonderful red wine.

Serves: 2-4

Ingredients

• 4 slices multigrain loaf, cut ½ inch thick
• 4 oz. blue cheese
• 4 tsp. extra virgin olive oil
• ½ cup walnuts
• ½ cup honey
• 4 figs
• fresh herbs, for garnish

Directions

1. Brush ½ teaspoon of extra virgin olive oil on each side of each slice of bread.
2. Put a grill pan on medium heat and add the bread slices. Grill until both sides are lightly toasted. It takes about 2 minutes per side. Set aside to cool.
3. If you are grilling in the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Place the bread on a baking sheet and grill each side for 4 minutes.
4. Take out and place the blue cheese on the bread. Top with sliced figs and walnuts and then drizzle with honey.
5. Garnish with herbs of your choice.