Cranberry-Fig Goat Cheese Crostini |
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 24 |
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The blend of flavors in the crostini make an absolutely scrumptious appetizer.Barbara Estabrook, Rhinelander, Wisconsin Ingredients:
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar |
1 tablespoon honey |
crostini: |
24 slices french bread baguette (1/2 inch thick) |
3 tablespoons olive oil |
cranberry-fig topping: |
1/2 cup coarsely dried cranberries |
1/3 cup coarsely chopped dried figs |
1/3 cup coarsely chopped unblanched almonds |
1/3 cup coarsely chopped pitted greek olives |
1 tablespoon olive oil |
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar |
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper |
cheese spread: |
2 logs (4 ounces each) spreadable goat cheese |
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel |
dash freshly ground pepper |
minced fresh mint |
Directions:
1. In a small saucepan, combine vinegar and honey. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until mixture is reduced by half, about 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.
2. Lightly brush both sides of baguette slices with oil; place on an ungreased baking sheet. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Set aside.
3. In a small bowl, combine the topping ingredients; toss to coat. In another bowl, beat the goat cheese, lemon peel and pepper until blended.
4. To serve, spread goat cheese mixture over toasts. Stir cranberry mixture; spoon over tops. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and sprinkle with mint. Yield: 2 dozen.
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