Dont be surprised if everyone comes over for Valentines Day to try this dish.

Garten: Talaya Centeno/WWD/Penske Media via Getty Images.

And were extra-excited for theFig & Cheese Toastsshes making as the appetizer course.

a side by side of Ina Garten and EatingWell’s Fig & Ricotta Toast

Photo:Garten: Talaya Centeno/WWD/Penske Media via Getty Images. Recipe: EatingWell.

Keep reading to find out how to make this lovely app yourself.

Toast your bread however you likein the toaster or ovenuntil browned and crispy.

Garten suggests a thick fig spread likeDalmatiasince its easier to spread the cheese on top.

Plus, she mentions that the spread usually has lessadded sugarsthan fig jams and preserves.

This step gets the cheese nice and spreadable so its easier to spread on top of the fig spread.

Then, give the cheese a light sprinkle of salt and pepper.

Finally, Garten suggests cutting each toast in half crosswise to make an easier-to-eat appetizer.

Top with a light drizzle of balsamic vinegar and serve at room temperature.

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