Crostini with Mascarpone, Prosciutto and Strawberry Jam

Directions

1. For the strawberry jam
2. Place all ingredients in a small sauce pan and stir. Let the strawberries macerate in the sugar mixture for about 30 minutes.
3. Simmer the mixture over medium heat for 10 to 15 minutes, mashing a bit as you go. The mixture should be thick and "jammy". Transfer to a small bowl, cool to room temperature and then refrigerate for at least a few hours. (This can be made a day or two before serving)

1. For the crostini
2. Slice the baguette(s) on the diagonal about 1/2 inch thick. Brush one cut side with a little olive oil and bake in a pre heated 350F oven for about 8 minutes until toasted a bit. Cool the slices.
3. To assemble, spread a little mascarpone on the crostini and add a small spoon of the strawberry jam over . Drape a small piece of proscuitto over the top and sprinkle with a little aleppo pepper if using. Now pour yourself a little "Bubbly"!
4. *NOTE: Amounts are approximate and will depend on how many little bites you plan to make. Leftover ingredients can certainly be used to spread on toast or crackers.