Recipes
Fig, Goat Cheese and Almond Crostini
- Yield: 16 Servings
- Prep Time: 5 Mins.
- Cook Time: 15 Mins.
- Serve this easy and elegant appetizer at cocktail or dinner parties during the holidays.
Ingredients
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Roasted Figs:
- 8 figs, quartered lengthwise
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
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Crostini:
- 1 cup goat cheese, at room temperature
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives, divided
- 32 slices baguette (about 1/2-inch thick slices)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/3 cup Fisher® slivered almonds, toasted
Directions
- Roasted Figs: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss together figs, honey, vinegar, oil and sugar; arrange in single layer in small baking dish. Roast for 10 to 12 minutes or until soft and tender and lightly caramelized.
- Crostini: Preheat broiler. Brush both sides of baguette slices with oil; arrange on large baking sheet. Broil for 60 to 70 seconds per side or until lightly golden.
- Mix goat cheese with half of the chives; spread over crostini to cover entire surface of baguette slice. Top with piece of roasted fig, slivered almonds and sprinkle of chives.
- Tip: Add 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh thyme or rosemary to figs before roasting if desired.
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