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Toasted Baguette with Pears and Goat Cheese


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  • Author: Home Cook
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 12 pieces 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious appetizer featuring toasted baguette slices topped with ripe pears, soft goat cheese, and crunchy walnuts, drizzled with honey and balsamic glaze.


Ingredients

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  • 1 French baguette (sliced diagonally into 12 pieces)
  • 2 ripe Bosc or Anjou pears (thinly sliced)
  • 4 oz goat cheese (softened)
  • 1/2 cup walnuts (toasted and roughly chopped)
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp balsamic glaze

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Arrange baguette slices on the baking sheet; brush one side with olive oil and toast for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
  3. While the bread is toasting, prepare the pears and walnuts.
  4. Spread goat cheese generously on each toasted slice, then top with pear slices and chopped walnuts.
  5. Drizzle honey and balsamic glaze over each piece before serving warm.

Notes

  • This dish is best served warm as an appetizer.
  • Feel free to substitute different types of cheese or nuts based on preference.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg