Strawberry Bruschetta with Goat Cheese and a Balsamic Drizzle

Strawberry Bruschetta with Goat Cheese

A tasty summer appetizer that can be put together in a short amount of time. The Crostini is topped with creamy goat cheese,  strawberries, candied pecans drizzled with balsamic and garnished with fresh basil.

recipe inspired by closetcooking.com 
Ingredients:
Balsamic Reduction

• 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar or chocolate balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar

For the Crostini:

• 12 slices baguette
• 2 tsp. olive oil or Infused Blood Orange Olive Oil
• 2 cups strawberries, sliced
• 1/2 cup candied pecans, coarsely chopped
• 1/2 cup goat cheese, crumbled
• 2 tablespoons basil, julienned

Directions:
Balsamic Reduction

• Simmer the balsamic vinegar and brown sugar over medium heat until it reduces and thickens.  Reduce to 1/4 cup. 

Crostini

• Lightly brush the crostini with olive oil, toast or grill crostini until lightly golden brown.
• Mix the strawberries and pecans. Spread goat cheese on the crostini. Divide strawberries among the crostini, drizzle with the balsamic reduction, Garnish with the basil.

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