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Balsamic Glazed Pear and Goat Cheese Crostini

5
Prep Time
15
Cook Time
24
Servings
A new favorite recipe for pear lovers, this appetizer is incredibly delicious...and can be prepared in a snap! The balsamic glaze is the perfect complement to the sweet pear and salty goat cheese.
INGREDIENTS
  • 2 USA Pears
  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 24 baguette rounds, toasted
  • ½ cup spreadable goat cheese
  • ½ cup slivered almonds, toasted*
  • Ground black pepper, if desired
DIRECTIONS

Slice pears stem-side-up into 12 quarter-inch width vertical planks. Cut large slices in half lengthwise for a total of 48 slices.

Heat vinegar, butter, and honey in large frying pan over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until reduced by half, about 2 tablespoons. Add pear slices and continue cooking for 1 minute, turning once.

Place 2 pear slices on each baguette round and top with 1 teaspoon goat cheese. Sprinkle almonds over cheese and garnish with fresh pepper, if desired.

*To toast almonds, place in heavy frying pan and toast over medium heat, stirring constantly, for 1 to 2 minutes or until tan with toasted aroma.

NUTRITION
  • Serving Size: 1 Piece
  • Calories: 80
  • Carbohydrates: 11g
  • Protein: 3g

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