Strawberry-Goat Cheese Bruschetta
Recipe from Better Homes and Gardens

Surprise your guests with this quick appetizer recipe that combines cheese and fresh strawberries on a lightly toasted baguette.


Strawberry-Goat Cheese Bruschetta

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Servings: Makes 4 servings.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 19 mins
Related Categories: Appetizers, Italian Bruschetta, Party Appetizers
 
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Ingredients
  • 1  8-oz.
    baguette
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  • 1  Tbsp.
    olive oil
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  • 1  4-oz. log
    goat cheese (chevre)
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  • 1-1/2  cups
    sliced strawberries
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  • 1/2  cup
    arugula
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    Olive oil
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    Sea salt or coarse salt
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    Freshly ground black pepper
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    Snipped fresh herbs
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Directions
1.
Heat broiler. Halve baguette crosswise, then lengthwise. Place cut sides up on large baking sheet. Brush with the 1 tablespoon oil. Broil, 3 to 4 inches from heat, for 1-1/2 to 2 minutes or until lightly toasted.
2.
Slice and divide cheese among toasts. Top with sliced berries. Broil 2 to 3 minutes or until cheese and berries soften. Remove from broiler; top with arugula. Drizzle additional oil. Sprinkle salt, pepper, and herbs. Makes 4 servings.
Nutrition information
Calories 346, Total Fat 16 g, Saturated Fat 7 g, Monounsaturated Fat 7 g, Polyunsaturated Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 22 mg, Sodium 616 mg, Carbohydrate 37 g, Total Sugar 5 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 13 g. Daily Values: Vitamin C 55%, Calcium 13%, Iron 16%. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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