Description
A delightful holiday appetizer featuring toasted baguette topped with creamy Brie, sweet pears, and tart cranberry sauce.
Ingredients
- Baguette or Crostini
- Brie Cheese
- Fresh Pears
- Cranberry Sauce
- Fresh Herbs (Thyme or Rosemary)
- Honey or Fig Jam (Optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and slice your baguette into half-inch rounds, laying them on a baking tray.
- Brush each slice with olive oil and place them in the oven for about 8-10 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
- Remove the slices, let them cool slightly, then top each with a slice of Brie.
- Layer on a slice of pear, followed by a dollop of cranberry sauce.
- Sprinkle with fresh herbs if desired, and drizzle honey or fig jam over the top.
- Return the tray to the oven for 2-3 minutes until warmed through, then serve warm.
Notes
Ensure the baguette slices are evenly cut for uniform toasting. Keep an eye on the oven to avoid burning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: crostini, appetizer, holiday, Brie, pear, cranberry