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Thyme Fig, Gorgonzola + Parma Ham Shards Crostini

April 21, 2016 by thefoodie 1 Comment

Thyme Fig, Gorgonzola + Parma Ham Shards Crostini |thefoodiesway.co.uk These little mouthfuls of deliciousness were also made for the Macmillan shoot the weekend before last. Each little crostini is spread generously with gorgonzola, topped with a beautiful, thyme-infused fig, crowned with a crispy parma ham shard, and finished off with a sprinkle of thyme leaves and a drizzle of olive oil. Sound perfect? They are!

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Filed Under: Light Bites and Lunch Tagged With: canapés, crostini, figs, gorgonzola, parma ham, party food, summer food, thyme

An Italian Feast Part 1: Figs Stuffed With Herb Ricotta

August 1, 2014 by thefoodie 1 Comment

Figs Stuffed With Herb Ricotta|thefoodiesway.co.uk Life on the farm is good.

The sun is still shining every day and I can’t get enough of this alfresco dining. And from a cuisine point of view, we now move promptly on from Gambia to Italy (well, why not?!)

Amy and Andrew share my love of Italian cooking and let me in on their favourite Italian cook book: Gino’s Italian Escape. Not only is Gino D’Acampo rather appealing, but so are his timeless Italian recipes. Gino is a man of my own heart, sharing recipes that are ‘simplicity itself’ containing ‘fresh, top quality seasonal ingredients cooked simply to allow the flavours to speak for themselves.’ Italian cuisine also speaks to me in that family is at the centre of every meal, along of course, with good wine.

I wanted to treat Amy and Andrew to a simple yet special meal that encapsulates these values and thanked them for their kindness and hospitality during my stay. Bring forth Gino!… 

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Filed Under: Light Bites and Lunch Tagged With: figs, Italian, parma ham, ricotta

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