Spianatine with Sweet Tropea Onion Jam and Spicy Chili Cheese

Spianatine with Tropea Onions and Cheese

Category: Appetizers
Servings: 4

Prepare the Onion Jam
Start by preparing the red Tropea onion jam. Peel and slice the onions thinly to ensure they cook evenly. In a mixing bowl, combine the onions with both sugars (granulated and brown), white wine, cloves, and a bay leaf.
Cook the Jam
Transfer the mixture to a saucepan and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a low simmer and continue cooking for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. The jam will gradually thicken to a spreadable consistency.
Finish the Jam
Once the jam has reached the desired consistency, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool slightly.
Assemble the Spianatine
Take each “La Bottega di Olivia & Marino” Spianatina and spread a small spoonful of the warm onion jam on top. The tangy sweetness of the onions will complement the crispness of the spianatine.
Add the Cheese
Using a sharp knife, shave the fresh chili cheese into small flakes. Scatter the cheese over the onion-covered spianatine for an extra burst of flavor and a hint of spice.
Finishing Touches
If desired, add a small splash of Cognac on top of the cheese for an aromatic kick, but this step is optional.
Serve
Serve these spianatine as an appetizer to impress your guests with a delightful combination of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors. The delicate crunch of the spianatine and the richness of the onion jam will make for a memorable start to any meal.