Description
A simple yet elegant appetizer featuring toasted focaccia bread topped with creamy homemade ricotta, savory prosciutto, sweet ripe persimmon slices, and fresh herbs for a perfect balance of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread and Spread
- 4 slices of focaccia bread
- 1/2 cup homemade ricotta
Toppings
- 4 thin slices of prosciutto
- 1 very ripe persimmon, thinly sliced
- a couple of sprigs of thyme or rosemary
Instructions
- Toast the focaccia bread: Lightly toast the focaccia slices until golden and slightly crispy to provide a sturdy base for the toppings while enhancing the bread’s flavor.
- Assemble the crostini: Spread a few tablespoons of homemade ricotta evenly over each toasted focaccia slice. Next, layer one slice of prosciutto on top of the ricotta, followed by two thin slices of ripe persimmon. Finish by garnishing with a few leaves of fresh thyme or rosemary to add an aromatic herbal note.
Notes
- Use very ripe persimmons for optimal sweetness and softness.
- Homemade ricotta adds freshness but store-bought ricotta can be used as a substitute.
- Focaccia bread can be toasted in a toaster or under a broiler for convenience.
- Fresh herbs can be substituted with other mild herbs like basil or oregano if preferred.
