Sometimes it’s the simplest things in life that are the best.
Take this crostini, for example. A loaf of bread, thinly sliced Genoa salami, a chunk of cheese, a handful of nuts and a drizzle of honey. Does it get any simpler?
I mean, who doesn’t want simple on a Friday night? I know I do. Dom does.
Fruity wine. Inspired conversation. Good food.
Crostini with Salami, Pecorino, Walnuts and Honey good food.
It’s all right here.
This is shaping up to be a wonderful Friday night.
This combination of flavors holds a very special place in my heart. The second time Dom and I visited Italy, almost two years ago, now, we were delighted to foodie experiences that captured our hearts forever. I have since reminisced about our cooking class and food tour and recreated some of the many wonderful dishes we cherished, like gnocchi and arancini, and much like these, today’s recipe is rooted in a fond memory from this trip…
We finally made it to our hotel room, after what felt like a scene straight out of Planes, Trains and Automobiles (…will share that precious memory in a future post.) and all we could think about was room service. It was a long trip and although very delicious, the Biscoff cookies we enjoyed on the flight were no longer holding us over. We were ravenous. So upon entering our room, we made a call and the rest, as they say, is history. I tell you what, we could have ordered filet mignon and caviar and wouldn’t have been nearly as happy and satisfied as we were with our antipasti which included champagne and all sorts of Italian treats like crusty bread, hard salami, sharp Italian cheeses, fruits and honey.
This first meal kicked off the foodie aspect of our trip in the most perfect way.
I’m not sure it gets any easier than crostini. This recipe calls for slicing a skinny baguette into half inch slices then topping each piece with thinly sliced Genoa salami (to fit the bread), thin shavings of Pecorino Romano cheese (which I used a vegetable peeler to do) and walnuts, running them under the broiler for a couple minutes until the cheese is melted, then drizzling sweet honey over top.
Pair these beautiful crostini with a sweet red, some good conversation, and call it the weekend, my friends…
Buon Appetito!
- 1 skinny baguette cut in ½ inch slices
- 4 pieces of Genoa Salami cut in quarters
- 16 slim slices of Pecorino Romano cheese
- ½ cup walnut pieces
- honey to drizzle
- Preheat the broiler.
- On slices of baguette layer ingredients in the following order, a slice of salami, a slice of cheese and a sprinkle of walnuts.
- Run under the broiler for a couple minutes until cheese is slightly melted.
- Remove from oven and drizzle with honey.
- Serve immediately.
Ciao!
These were perfect! I absolutely loved the flavor combination of the salami, cheese, walnuts, and honey. So easy too. Thanks!
So glad you liked them! Thank you for sharing on your blog…your pictures are beautiful!
These look amazing!! I love the combination of sweet and salty. We will definitely be making these soon!!
That is music to my ears! Enjoy, my friends!
Your trips to Italy sound perfect, I dream of going back to visit again some day. Love simple recipes that are full of taste. This crostini looks delicious and perfect for a Friday nigh! Love the walnuts and honey drizzle!
Thanks, Kelly! It’s a nice little nosh when you’re craving sweet and savory!
I love the idea to use honeyed walnuts on this! Walnuts and honey (especially with toasty bread and cheese) is one of life’s great culinary pleasures. So great!
Thank you, dear!
A long trip deserves a tasty treat to restore and rejuvenate (with a nice bottle of champagne)! Looking forward to the trip we’re planning, hoping to do a cooking class, and lots of wine tasting. These crostini are beautiful with so many different flavors and textures, it’s a meal in itself. I love reading your stories from Italy. Keep em’ comin! <3
Oh my….I didn’t know you were planning a trip! How exciting!! Yes – we couldn’t think of anything better to enjoy! Thanks, Traci!
I love crostini. These are beautiful and they sound delicious.
Thank you so much, Kathy! I appreciate that! 🙂
I agree…The simple the better! Love all the ingredients on these crostini.
Thank you so much, Oriana!
I love simple crostini like this!! It seems like everything tastes much better when you put it on a tiny piece of tasted bread! I love the walnuts and honey on here 🙂
Oh my goodness…you are so right! Everything does taste better on a tiny piece of bread! haha! Love it!! 🙂
This looks fabulous Annie! I loooove salami, and pecorino, and walnuts, and honey 😉 What a great combination of flavors!
You and me both, friend!! Thank you!! 🙂
What a fabulous flavor combination for an appetizer! Love the drizzle of honey and your food styling is perfect!
Thank you so much, Christine! I appreciate your kind words!