Shaved Speck and Spiced Butter Crostini paired with Hedges 2014 Single Vineyard Limited Malbec

Shaved Speck and Spiced Butter Crostini paired with

Hedges 2014 SVL Malbec

Shaved Speck and Spiced Butter Crostini
April pairing of the month

4 crostini

  • 1 oz shaved speck

  • ¼ baguette

  • 4 oz salted butter (1 stick), room temperature

  • 1 tsp porcini powder

  • 2 tsp Aleppo pepper (plus more for garnish)

  • 1 tsp ground sage

  • 1 tsp ground rosemary

  • 4 T olive oil

  • 2 T red wine vinegar

  • Fresh thyme and flake salt for garnish

Set your oven to 350℉. Slice your baguette into four thin pieces. Brush generously with olive oil on both sides and place on a baking sheet. Bake for 10-15 minutes or just until they are lightly golden. Remove and allow to cool.

In a food processor combine the butter and all the spices. Mix until thoroughly combined and smooth. Place in a piping bag or container.

Place your crostini on a plate or platter and brush with vinegar. Pipe or spoon your butter mix onto half of the crostini. Take a slice of speck and curl it on the other side. Garnish with flake salt and thyme leaves.

By Aislinn McManigal-Quintana