Tuscan Liver Bruschetta With Caramelized Figs

Ingredients

• 4 Large Chicken Livers, Cleaned
• 1 Small Onion, Finely Chopped
• 2 Cloves Garlic, Peeled And Finely Chopped
• 4 Tablespoons Olive Oil
• Salt And Pepper
• 1/2 Cup Vin Santo Wine (If Not Available, Use White Wine Or Brandy)
• 1 1/2 Tablespoons Capers
• 1/2 Cup Chicken Broth
• 1 Teaspoon Anchovy Paste
• 4 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter, Softened
• 1 Long Baguette To Serve
• 1 Pint Figs
• 1/4 Cup Chestnut Honey

Instructions

1. 1

   Clean the chicken livers by removing the membranes...: Clean the chicken livers by removing the membranes and any connective tissue, then cut into large dice.

2. 2

   In a heavy pan over medium heat, add...: In a heavy pan over medium heat, add the oil and once it is hot, add the onions.

3. 3

   Cook until they are soft and translucent, then...: Cook until they are soft and translucent, then next add the garlic and stir.

4. 4

   Add the chicken livers and stir to mix,...: Add the chicken livers and stir to mix, and cook until they lose their pink color.

5. 5

   Add the Vin Santo wine, season with salt...: Add the Vin Santo wine, season with salt and pepper, and cook until the liquid reduces and the livers become lightly browned. (Add a little chicken broth if needed to accomplish this. This will take about 10 to 15 minutes.)

6. 6

   Remove from the heat and place the mixture...: Remove from the heat and place the mixture in a food processor, and pulse until coarsely blended.

7. 7

   Add the butter, anchovy paste, capers and pulse...: Add the butter, anchovy paste, capers and pulse until it becomes a smooth paste. (If it seems a bit dry, add a little chicken broth to moisten.)

8. 8

   Taste, and season with additional salt and pepper...: Taste, and season with additional salt and pepper if needed.

9. 9

   Slice the baguette into thin slices and toast...: Slice the baguette into thin slices and toast in the oven or grill until lightly browned on each side.

10. 10

    Cut the figs in half, then brush with...: Cut the figs in half, then brush with chestnut honey.

11. 11

    Place under the broiler and cook until lightly...: Place under the broiler and cook until lightly brown and bubbly.

12. 12

    Spread the pate generously on the bread slices,...: Spread the pate generously on the bread slices, top with a fig half and serve.