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Pear and Gorgonzola Crostini

Pear and Gorgonzola Crostini

Delicious Pear and Gorgonzola Crostini recipe that combines sweet and savory flavors in 20 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 12 crostini
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 106

Ingredients
  

Bread and Toppings
  • 10 oz crusty baguette
  • 2 ripe pears (about 12 oz)
  • 4 oz Gorgonzola cheese
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • Fresh thyme (optional)

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Preparation and Cooking
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Slice the baguette into half-inch rounds and arrange them on the baking sheet.
  3. Drizzle olive oil over the baguette slices for even coverage.
  4. Toast in the oven for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown, keeping an eye to prevent burning.
  5. Let the toasted bread cool slightly, then top each slice with pear slices and crumbled Gorgonzola cheese. Optionally sprinkle with fresh thyme.
  6. Finish by drizzling honey over the crostini before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1crostiniCalories: 106kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 6g

Notes

Customize your crostini with different cheeses or add nuts for crunch. Perfect for entertaining or a quick snack.

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