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Cherry Tart & Thyme Crostini
This crostini is a celebration of summer's bounty, featuring the sweet-tart flavor of fresh cherries and the creamy, slightly salty tang of goat cheese. The toasted bread provides a satisfying crunch, perfectly balancing the soft, warm topping. It's a sophisticated, yet simple, appetizer that captures the essence of a mid-June day.
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Ingredients
- •baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
- •tablespoons olive oil
- •ounces soft goat cheese (chèvre)
- •cup fresh cherries, pitted and halved
- •tablespoon balsamic glaze
- •teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- •Pinch of sea salt and black pepper
Prep Steps
- 1Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush both sides of the baguette slices with olive oil and arrange them on a baking sheet. Toast for 8 minutes
- 2minutes, or until lightly golden and crisp.
- 3While the bread is toasting, gently toss the halved cherries with the balsamic glaze and thyme leaves in a small bowl.
- 4Remove the crostini from the oven and allow them to cool slightly. Spread approximately 1/2 tablespoon of goat cheese evenly over each slice.
- 5Top the goat cheese with a spoonful of the cherry mixture. Sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- 6Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast of the warm topping and crisp bread.
Chef's Tip & Pairing
For an extra layer of flavor, briefly warm the cherry mixture in a small saucepan for 2 minutes before topping the crostini. This dish pairs beautifully with a chilled, slightly sweet Rosé or a light-bodied Pinot Noir.
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