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Johnny's Apple Butter and Goat Cheese Crostini
This crostini is a celebration of spring flavors, combining the tart sweetness of apple butter with the creamy, salty tang of goat cheese. A sprinkle of toasted walnuts adds a delightful crunch, making each bite a perfect balance of texture and taste. It's a sophisticated appetizer that pays homage to the spirit of Johnny Appleseed Day.
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Ingredients
- •baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
- •tablespoons olive oil
- •oz soft goat cheese (chèvre)
- •1/4 cup high
- •quality apple butter
- •1/4 cup walnuts, roughly chopped and toasted
- •teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- •Pinch of sea salt and freshly ground 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.
- 2Toast the crostini for 8 minutes
- 3minutes, or until they are golden brown and crisp. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
- 4While the crostini are cooling, lightly toast the chopped walnuts in a dry pan over medium heat for 3 minutes
- 5minutes until fragrant, then set aside.
- 6Spread a generous layer of goat cheese on each crostini, followed by a dollop of apple butter.
- 7Garnish with the toasted walnuts, a sprinkle of fresh thyme leaves, and a pinch of sea salt and pepper before serving.
Chef's Tip & Pairing
For an elevated flavor, use a spiced apple butter or make your own by simmering apples with cinnamon and cloves. Pair this crostini with a crisp, slightly off-dry Riesling or a light-bodied, fruit-forward Beaujolais.
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