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Red, White, and Blue Flag Day Crostini
This vibrant crostini is a perfect tribute to Flag Day, featuring a delightful blend of sweet and tangy flavors. Creamy goat cheese provides a rich, white base, beautifully contrasted by the fresh sweetness of strawberries and the tart pop of blueberries. The balsamic glaze adds a sophisticated, savory finish to this festive appetizer.
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Ingredients
- •baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
- •tablespoons olive oil
- •oz soft goat cheese, softened
- •1/2 cup fresh strawberries, thinly sliced
- •1/4 cup fresh blueberries
- •tablespoon honey
- •teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)
- •tablespoon balsamic glaze
Prep Steps
- 1Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush both sides of the baguette slices with olive oil and toast on a baking sheet for 8 minutes
- 2minutes, or until golden and crisp.
- 3In a small bowl, gently mix the softened goat cheese with the honey and thyme (if using).
- 4Once the crostini are cool enough to handle, spread a generous layer of the goat cheese mixture onto each slice.
- 5Arrange the sliced strawberries and blueberries artfully on top of the cheese to create a visually appealing, patriotic pattern.
- 6Drizzle a small amount of balsamic glaze over the finished crostini just before serving.
Chef's Tip & Pairing
For an extra layer of flavor, lightly macerate the strawberries in a teaspoon of sugar and a squeeze of lemon juice for 10 minutes before assembling. This appetizer pairs wonderfully with a crisp, dry Rosé or a light-bodied, slightly chilled Pinot Noir.
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