Balsamic-Glazed Pear and Goat Cheese Crostini

Balsamic-Glazed Pear and Goat Cheese Crostini
You can never have too many hor d'oeuvre recipes, so give Balsamic-Glazed Pear and Goat Cheese Crostini a try. This recipe covers 28% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. One portion of this dish contains about 23g of protein, 11g of fat, and a total of 718 calories. This recipe serves 24. A mixture of slivered almonds, honey, usa pears, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so delicious. This recipe is typical of Mediterranean cuisine. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 15 minutes. It is a good option if you're following a vegetarian diet.

Instructions

1
Slice pears stem side up into 12 quarter-inch width vertical planks.
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Cut large slices in half lengthwise for a total of 48 slices.
3
Heat vinegar, butter, and honey in large frying pan over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until reduced by half, about 2 tablespoons.
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4
Add pear slices and continue cooking for 1 minute, turning once.
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Place 2 pear slices on each baguette round and top with 1 teaspoon goat cheese.
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Sprinkle almonds over cheese and garnish with fresh pepper, if desired.
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*To toast almonds, place in heavy frying pan and toast over medium heat, stirring constantly, for 1 to 2 minutes or until tan with toasted aroma.
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DifficultyMedium
Ready In15 m.
Servings24
Health Score27
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