Tartine de Figues et Fromage Bleu with Honey Thyme Drizzle

Ingredients

• 4 slices rustic bread, toasted
• 8 oz fresh figs, sliced
• 4 oz blue cheese, crumbled
• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 3 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves, chopped
• 1 tsp lemon juice

Method

1. 01
   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to toast the bread slices.
2. 02
   Place the bread slices on a baking sheet and brush both sides with olive oil.
3. 03
   Toast the bread in the oven for about 5 minutes, or until lightly golden and crisp.
4. 04
   In a small saucepan, combine honey, chopped thyme, and lemon juice. Warm gently over low heat until just combined and aromatic. Set aside.
5. 05
   Arrange fig slices evenly over the toasted bread slices.
6. 06
   Sprinkle crumbled blue cheese generously over the figs.
7. 07
   Drizzle the warm honey thyme mixture over each tartine.
8. 08
   Optionally, garnish with a few fresh thyme leaves for an added touch of freshness.
9. 09
   Serve immediately while the tartines are warm and the cheese is slightly melted.