Caramelized Apple and Sharp Cheddar Crostini

Ingredients

• •1 baguette, thinly sliced
• •2 Granny Smith apples, cored and thinly sliced
• •2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• •1 tablespoon light brown sugar
• •4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, thinly sliced or grated
• •1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped
• •2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• •Pinch of sea salt
• •Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Prep Steps

1. 1Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet and lightly brush with olive oil. Toast for 5-7 minutes minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.
2. 2In a medium skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add apple slices and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly softened.
3. 3Sprinkle brown sugar over the apples and continue to cook for another 3-5 minutes, or until apples are tender and caramelized. Remove from heat.
4. 4Top each toasted baguette slice with a spoonful of caramelized apples, then a slice or a sprinkle of sharp cheddar cheese.
5. 5Return the crostini to the oven and bake for 3-5 minutes minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. 6Garnish with fresh chopped thyme, a pinch of sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper before serving.