Brevas con Jamón y Torta de la Serena This tapa harmoniously combines three of the most common ingredients found in the region of Extremadura: figs, soft sheep's milk cheese (Torta de la Serena), and ham. It's a delightful combination.

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Figs and Soft Cheese with Ham

Name: Figs and Soft Cheese with Ham
Ingredients: 8 figs (halved); 16 small pieces of Torta de la Serena or Brie cheese (softened with the rind removed); 8 very thin slices of Serrano ham or prosciutto (cut in half); Balsamic vinegar

Brevas con Jamón y Torta de la Serena This tapa harmoniously combines three of the most common ingredients found in the region of Extremadura: figs, soft sheep’s milk cheese (Torta de la Serena), and ham. It’s a delightful combination.

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Ingredients

Yields 8 Servings

▢ 8 figs halved
▢ 16 small pieces of Torta de la Serena or Brie cheese softened with the rind removed
▢ 8 very thin slices of Serrano ham or prosciutto cut in half
▢ Balsamic vinegar

Instructions

Take each piece of ham and place it on top of a halved fig.
On each piece of ham, add one piece of softened cheese.
Secure the combination with a toothpick.
Sprinkle the assembled figs, ham, and cheese with a drizzle of balsamic vinegar.

Notes & Wine Advice

Serve your Figs and Soft Cheese with Ham at room temperature and savor the delightful combination of flavors from Extremadura.

Enjoy this exquisite and easy-to-make tapa!

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Course; Cheese / Fruit / Pork / Tapas

Cuisine; European / Spain