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Blueberry Balsamic Goat Cheese Crostini
A perfect blend of sweet and tangy, this crostini features creamy goat cheese topped with a bright, homemade blueberry-balsamic reduction. The toasted baguette provides a satisfying crunch, making this an elegant and simple appetizer.
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Ingredients
- •baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
- •tablespoons olive oil
- •oz soft goat cheese (chèvre)
- •1/2 cup fresh blueberries
- •tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- •tablespoon granulated sugar
- •teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- •Pinch of black pepper
Prep Steps
- 1Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush baguette slices with olive oil and toast for 8 minutes
- 2minutes until lightly golden and crisp.
- 3While the bread toasts, prepare the reduction. Combine blueberries, balsamic vinegar, and sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- 4Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 5 minutes
- 5minutes, stirring occasionally, until the blueberries have softened and the sauce has thickened slightly.
- 6Spread a generous layer of goat cheese on each toasted crostini.
- 7Spoon the warm blueberry
- 8balsamic reduction over the goat cheese and garnish with fresh thyme leaves and a pinch of black pepper.
Chef's Tip & Pairing
For an extra layer of flavor, substitute the goat cheese with a whipped ricotta or a mild blue cheese like Gorgonzola Dolce. This crostini pairs beautifully with a crisp, slightly sweet white wine, such as a chilled Riesling or a Moscato d'Asti.
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