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Roasted Grape and Goat Cheese Crostini

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A warm, slightly sweet roasted grape perched on a smear of tangy goat cheese makes these crostini irresistible.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups red grapes, washed and halved
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for grapes)
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey (for roasting)
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme (roast with grapes)
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1 whole French baguette, sliced diagonally into 1/2-inch slices
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil (for brushing the bread)
  • 8 ounces goat cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream (for a spreadable texture)
  • 1/4 cup toasted walnuts, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons honey, for finishing drizzle

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment.
  2. Halve the grapes and remove seeds if needed. Place grapes in a large bowl.
  3. Add 2 tablespoons olive oil, balsamic vinegar, 1 tablespoon honey, chopped rosemary, salt, and pepper to the grapes. Toss until evenly coated.
  4. Spread grapes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and tuck the thyme sprigs among the grapes.
  5. Roast for 20–25 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until grapes are caramelized and slightly wrinkled. Remove thyme sprigs.
  6. Meanwhile, brush both sides of the baguette slices lightly with the remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil.
  7. Toast the bread in the oven for 8–10 minutes until golden and crisp.
  8. In a small bowl, beat the softened goat cheese with 2 tablespoons heavy cream until smooth and spreadable.
  9. Spread a generous layer of the goat cheese mixture on each toasted baguette slice.
  10. Top each crostini with several roasted grapes and a spoonful of the caramelized juices from the pan.
  11. Sprinkle with chopped toasted walnuts and fresh thyme leaves. Drizzle 2 tablespoons honey over the assembled crostini just before serving.

Notes

Store components separately for best texture. Toasted bread is best eaten the same day.

Find it online: https://www.mealbreeze.com/roasted-grape-goat-cheese-crostini/