Grilled Bread Fingers with Ricotta, Black Truffle Tapenade, and Mortadella Bologna IGP

Looking for a delightful appetizer that will impress your guests during the festive season? This recipe is not only simple to prepare but also bursts with rich flavors that everyone will love. Make your gatherings unforgettable with these exquisite grilled bread fingers!

Recipe Information

Servings: 6
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

For the main recipe:
- 3 slices of Mortadella Bologna IGP
- 5 slices of soft bread (pain de mie)
- 250 grams of ricotta cheese
- 1 tablespoon of black truffle tapenade
- 1 small fresh truffle (optional)
- 3 walnuts
- Fleur de sel (to taste)
- Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
Chop the walnuts into small pieces.
In a bowl, mix the ricotta cheese with the black truffle tapenade, chopped walnuts, fleur de sel, and freshly ground black pepper.
Place the slices of bread between two baking sheets and grill them in the oven until golden brown.
Once grilled, cut the bread into thin sticks.
Spread the ricotta-truffle mixture generously over each stick of bread.
Cut the Mortadella Bologna IGP lengthwise into strips and arrange them on top of the ricotta-truffle spread.
If desired, shave a few flakes of fresh truffle on top for extra flavor.

Notes

This dish is best served immediately after preparation to enjoy its crispy texture.

Recipe Tips

Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese or tapenade for unique flavor combinations!

Nutritional Information

Each serving provides approximately 450 calories, 30g fat, 15g carbohydrates, and 19g protein.

FAQ

1. Can I make this ahead of time?

It’s best to prepare the ingredients ahead but assemble them just before serving to keep the bread crispy.

2. What can I substitute for Mortadella Bologna?

You can use prosciutto or any cured meat as a substitute for Mortadella Bologna.

3. Is it possible to use a different type of bread?

Yes, feel free to use ciabatta or baguette for a different taste!

4. What if I can’t find black truffle tapenade?

You can use regular tapenade and add a little olive oil with truffle oil for the truffle flavor.

5. Can I store leftovers?

It’s best consumed fresh, but if you have leftovers, store them in the fridge. Reheat lightly in an oven before serving.

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