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Fall Bruschetta

This Fall Bruschetta combines roasted butternut squash and tart apples, topped with creamy goat cheese, making it a perfect autumn appetizer or snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crostini
  • 1 ciabatta baguette 1 ciabatta baguette, cut into 1/4 inch slices
  • 2 tbsp 2 tbsp olive oil (plus more for brushing) High-quality olive oil recommended
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For the Topping
  • 1 cup 1 cup butternut squash, cut into small cubes
  • 1 red apple 1 red apple, diced
  • 1/2 tsp 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • Pinch Pinch of allspice
  • 5 oz 5 oz. goat cheese, at room temperature Can substitute with feta or cream cheese
  • 3 tbsp 3 tbsp pecans, roughly chopped Can substitute with walnuts
  • 3 tbsp 3 tbsp dried cranberries
  • Balsamic glaze
  • Fresh thyme leaves (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and lightly spray a large baking sheet with non-stick spray.
  2. Arrange the sliced ciabatta on one half of the baking sheet. Brush both sides with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the butternut squash, diced apples, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice. Toss until well coated.
  4. Spread the butternut squash and apple mixture on the other half of the baking sheet.
Cooking
  1. Bake for about 20 minutes, or until the ciabatta is golden and crispy, and the squash and apples are tender.
  2. Once baked, spread a layer of goat cheese onto each ciabatta slice.
  3. Top each crostini with a spoonful of the roasted butternut squash and apple mixture.
  4. Sprinkle with chopped pecans and dried cranberries. Drizzle with balsamic glaze, and add thyme leaves if desired.
  5. Serve immediately to savor the best flavor and texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g

Notes

For best flavor, use high-quality olive oil and consider adding a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for heat. Leftovers can be stored separately in the fridge for up to 2 days.

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