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Misty Mountains Herb and Honey Crostini
This crostini captures the rustic elegance of Middle-earth with a creamy base of whipped goat cheese and a fragrant blend of fresh garden herbs. A drizzle of golden honey provides a delicate sweetness that perfectly balances the savory, earthy notes of toasted walnuts and olive oil. It is a light, yet satisfying bite, fit for a feast in Rivendell.
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Ingredients
- •baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch thick pieces
- •tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- •oz soft goat cheese (chèvre), softened
- •tablespoons heavy cream or milk
- •tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme
- •teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
- •1/4 cup toasted walnuts, roughly chopped
- •tablespoons high
- •quality honey (e.g., clover or wildflower)
- •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. Toast for 8 minutes
- 2minutes, or until lightly golden and crisp.
- 3While the bread toasts, prepare the topping. In a small bowl, combine the softened goat cheese, heavy cream, salt, and pepper. Whip with a fork until light and fluffy. Stir in the chopped fresh thyme and rosemary.
- 4Once the crostini are cooled slightly, spread a generous layer of the herbed goat cheese mixture onto each slice.
- 5Garnish each crostini with a sprinkle of the roughly chopped toasted walnuts.
- 6Just before serving, drizzle a small amount of honey over the top of each crostini for a final touch of sweetness.
Chef's Tip & Pairing
For a perfect pairing, serve this crostini with a crisp, slightly off-dry white wine like a German Riesling or a light, floral Pinot Grigio, which will complement the honey and cut through the richness of the goat cheese.
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