Apple and Onion Confit Crostini might be just the hor d'oeuvre you are searching for. Watching your figure? This vegetarian recipe has 347 calories, 5g of protein, and 25g of fat per serving. This recipe serves 8. This recipe covers 8% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. Head to the store and pick up apple cider vinegar, thyme leaves, apple, and a few other things to make it today. This recipe is typical of Mediterranean cuisine. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 1 hour and 32 minutes.
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For the confit: In a high-sided skillet, heat the butter and oil over medium heat.
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Cooking Oil
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Add the onions, apple slices, salt, and pepper. Cook until the onions begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
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Onion
Pepper
Apple
Salt
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Add the vinegar, maple syrup, and thyme. Reduce the heat to low and cook, stirring occasionally, until onions and apples are very soft, about 50 minutes.
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Maple Syrup
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Apple
Onion
Thyme
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Place an oven rack in the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Arrange the bread slices on a baking sheet in a single layer.
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Drizzle with oil and bake until lightly golden, 12 to 14 minutes.
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Remove the baking sheet from the oven and place the gorgonzola squares on top of the warm toasts. Spoon the confit on top of the cheese.
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Gorgonzola
Cheese
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Sprinkle with chopped thyme and serve.
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Thyme
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Cook's Note: Freeze the gorgonzola for 20 minutes for easier slicing.