Phyllo with Figs, Grana Cheese, and Honey

Phyllo with figs, Grana cheese, and honey is a sophisticated and delicious pairing, an appetizer that plays with the contrast of sweet and savory flavors. Here is the recipe for preparing this refined dish.

Ingredients

• Fresh figs, 6
• Parmesan flakes, 100 g
• Honey, to taste (acacia or wildflower honey is ideal)
• Carasau bread sheets or another crispy bread, 6
• Extra virgin olive oil, to taste
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to medium temperature (about 180 °C).
2. Wash the figs and dry them gently. Slice the figs into quarters without completely separating them at the base, so they can open like a flower once baked.
3. Arrange the bread sheets on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
4. On each sheet, place a fig gently opened.
5. Sprinkle the figs with the Parmesan flakes and a pinch of salt and pepper.
6. Drizzle each fig with honey and a bit of extra virgin olive oil.
7. Bake the phyllo sheets for about 5-10 minutes, until the Grana cheese begins to slightly melt and the sheets become even crispier.
8. Remove from the oven and serve immediately, optionally garnishing with an additional drizzle of honey.

Interesting Facts

Parmesan is a long-maturing cheese, with a rich and slightly fruity flavor that wonderfully contrasts with the sweetness of figs and the delicacy of honey. The use of crispy bread as a base adds a pleasant variety of textures that makes the bite even more interesting.

Remember that for an even more Italian touch, you could serve these sheets with a glass of sweet wine or Moscato, which perfectly complement the sweet and intense flavors of this dish.