Smoky Blue Cheese & Berry BBQ Crostini

A perfect blend of sweet, smoky, and savory flavors. The tangy blue cheese and sweet, patriotic berries sit atop a smoky pulled pork base, all nestled on a crisp crostini. This appetizer is a sophisticated take on classic BBQ, ideal for a Memorial Day gathering.

Meat & Poultry

Ingredients

baguette, sliced 1/2 inch thick
tbsp olive oil
oz smoked pulled pork (pre
cooked)
tbsp BBQ sauce (tangy, vinegar
based)
oz crumbled blue cheese
1/4 cup fresh blueberries
1/4 cup sliced strawberries
tsp fresh thyme leaves

Method

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush baguette slices with olive oil and toast for 8 minutes
minutes until golden and crisp.
While the bread toasts, gently warm the pulled pork and toss it with the BBQ sauce in a small saucepan.
Spoon a generous layer of the smoky BBQ pulled pork onto each crostini.
Top the pork with a sprinkle of crumbled blue cheese, and then arrange the sliced strawberries and whole blueberries for a patriotic color scheme.
Garnish with fresh thyme leaves and serve immediately.

Chef's Tip & Pairing

For an extra layer of flavor, lightly grill the baguette slices instead of baking them to enhance the BBQ theme. Pair this crostini with a crisp, slightly off-dry Rosé or a light-bodied, smoky Pinot Noir.

From the Tini Crostini Collection