Goat Cheese Cherry Toast (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base
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Half an inch thick slices of baguette (12 slices total)
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2 teaspoons of good extra virgin olive oil
→ Toppings
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24 halved cherries, fresh or thawed from frozen
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1 tablespoon and 1 teaspoon honey
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1 piece of rosemary sprig, leaves removed
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A quarter cup each of creamy goat cheese and cream cheese
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Half a teaspoon of flaky salt
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1 tablespoon of balsamic glaze, store-bought or homemade
# Instructions:
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Brush the slices of bread with olive oil, then bake at 375°F for 7-8 minutes. Make sure to flip them halfway through. When done, the slices should feel crunchy outside but stay soft inside.
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Lay the halved cherries with their cut side facing up on parchment paper over a baking tray. Sprinkle a bit of rosemary and olive oil before roasting for 5-7 minutes. Toss the rosemary sprig after roasting.
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Blend the goat cheese, cream cheese, a teaspoon of honey, half a teaspoon each of lemon juice and zest, using a blender or food processor, until smooth and fluffy.
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Spread the cheese mixture over each toasted slice. Top with 2-3 cherry halves, a drizzle of honey and balsamic glaze, and a sprinkle of rosemary and sea salt as garnish.
# Notes:
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Store roasted cherries in the fridge for up to 3 days.
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The cheese mixture can be prepped ahead and kept in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 5 days.