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Sant Jordi's Rose & Honey Crostini
This crostini is a tribute to Catalonia's romantic Sant Jordi's Day, balancing creamy goat cheese with the floral sweetness of rose-infused honey. The crunch of toasted Marcona almonds provides a delightful texture contrast, making this a sophisticated and visually stunning appetizer.
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Ingredients
- •small baguette, sliced into 1/2 inch thick rounds (about 16 slices)
- •tablespoons olive oil
- •oz soft goat cheese (chèvre)
- •tablespoons high
- •quality honey
- •1/4 teaspoon rosewater
- •1/4 cup Marcona almonds, roughly chopped
- •Pinch of sea salt
- •Optional: Edible dried rose petals for garnish
Prep Steps
- 1Preheat 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 6 minutes
- 3minutes, flipping halfway, until lightly golden and crisp. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
- 4In a small bowl, gently whisk together the honey and rosewater until well combined.
- 5Spread a generous layer of goat cheese on each crostini. Drizzle with the rose
- 6honey mixture, sprinkle with chopped Marcona almonds, and finish with a tiny pinch of sea salt and optional edible rose petals.
Chef's Tip & Pairing
For a truly authentic Catalan pairing, serve this crostini with a glass of chilled Cava, the region's crisp and refreshing sparkling wine.
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