Balsamic Blueberry Mascarpone Crostini

Name: Balsamic Blueberry Mascarpone Crostini
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 55 min
Ingredients: 1 baguette, cut into ¼” slices; 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 3⁄4 teaspoon salt, divided; 1⁄4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 sweet onion, chopped; 2 cups blueberries; 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 2 tablespoons honey; 8 ounces mascarpone cheese; Fresh basil, chopped, if desired

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Impress your guests with this simple but elegant appetizer. It combines a savory-sweet blueberry topping with creamy cheese, served on toasted bread.

Serves: 20Prep: 25 minutesCook: 30 minutesTotal: 55 minutesDifficulty: Easy

Serves: 20

Ingredients

1 baguette, cut into ¼” slices
3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
3⁄4 teaspoon salt, divided
1⁄4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon butter
1 sweet onion, chopped
2 cups blueberries
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
8 ounces mascarpone cheese
Fresh basil, chopped, if desired

Directions

Step 1
Heat oven to 400°F.
Step 2
Brush a baking sheet with enough olive oil to coat lightly. Place bread slices in a single layer. Brush with remaining olive oil and season with ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper.
Step 3
Bake 12-15 minutes until lightly browned and crisp; set aside.
Step 4
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan melt butter over medium heat. Add onions and remaining ¼ teaspoon salt. Cook 5-7 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Step 5
Stir in blueberries, balsamic vinegar and honey. Cook an additional 8-10 minutes or until berries have burst and mixture is reduced. Allow to cool at least 1 hour (mixture will thicken as it cools.)
Step 6
Spread bread slices with mascarpone and serve topped with blueberry mixture. Sprinkle with chopped basil, if desired. Refrigerate leftovers.
Step 7
Tip: Balsamic Blueberry Mascarpone Crostini can be served at room temperature or cold. It can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.