Fig, Pancetta and Brie Bruschetta

Slice the figs in half lengthwise. Wrap one piece of cut pancetta around the fig with the ends meeting on the flat cut side. If you wish, you could place a toothpick through, but if you are grilling, remember to soak your toothpicks first so they don’t catch on fire.

Drizzle the olive oil over the bread slices. Heat a grill to medium high. Place the wrapped figs on the hottest part of the grill and cook for about 5-6 minutes on each side. You want to just cook the pancetta, but not overdo it or your fig will turn to absolute mush. Place the toasts on the cooler side of your grill and toast them for about 3 minutes each side.

Arrange the bread and figs on a plate. I like to serve these self-serve style so I place the honey and brie on the plate with something to spread the brie on to the toast and a little spoon for the honey. To put them together, simply smear a generous tablespoon or so of brie and drizzle about 1/2 teaspoon of honey over the brie. Then place the pancetta-wrapped fig on top and give it a little squish. Enjoy!