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I served this tasty walnut
appetizer recipe at one of my
7 course Prime Rib Dinner Menu
it is easy to make and delicious!
A great way to start a dinner party
and a good hors d'oeuvre
with wine
Walnut,
Arugula & Gorgonzola Crostini Appetizer
source:
adapted from Bon Appetit, photograph created by www.finedinings.com
Makes 18
18 (1/4-inch thick)
baguette bread sliced diagonally
butter, room temperature
6 tablespoons walnuts, coarsely chopped, toasted
3 ounces Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
3 tablespoons arugula greens, finely chopped, plus 2 tablespoons for garnish
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
freshly cracked black peppercorns
Spread butter on one side baguette
bread slices; place on a baking sheet and broil 2 minutes each side until lightly golden.
In a small bowl mix
together walnuts, Gorgonzola cheese, 3 tablespoons arugula greens and olive
oil. Spread evenly on buttered side of baguette crostini slices pressing to adhere. Season with
pepper, place under the broiler for 2 minutes more or until cheese
is melted.
Arrange appetizer on a platter, add garnish
and serve.
Wine recommendation: Tawny Port, Merlot
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