Renaissance Crostini

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2. 2
   In a small bowl combine the raisins, vinegar and 1 cup of water.
3. 3
   Let stand at least 10 minutes.
4. 4
   Strain the liquid into a bowl and reserve the raisins for garnish.
5. 5
   Add the pine nuts, the butter and the sugar to a medium saucepan over low heat.
6. 6
   Stir until the sugar is melted but not caramelized, about 4 to 5 minutes.
7. 7
   Slowly pour in half of the vinegar and water mixture, then the flour, stirring constantly, until the mixture becomes dense.
8. 8
   Discard the remaining vinegar and water mixture.
9. 9
   Add the prosciutto, sprinkle with a little bit of black pepper and remove from the heat.
10. 10
    Coat the bread slices with oil and arrange them on a sheet pan.
11. 11
    Bake in the oven until lightly toasted, about 3 minutes.
12. 12
    Spread the prosciutto mixture on the crostini and arrange on a serving platter.
13. 13
    Garnish with the reserved raisins and serve.
14. 14
    A viewer, who may not be a professional cook, provided this recipe.
15. 15
    The Food Network Kitchens chefs cannot make representation as to the results.