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Walnut,
Arugula and Gorgonzola Crostini Appetizer
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Serves 6
18 1/4-inch thick diagonal baguette bread slices
6 tablespoons walnuts, coarsely chopped, toasted 3 ounces Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
3 tablespoons arugula leaves, finely chopped 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
crushed black peppercorns arugula leaves for garnish
Spread butter over one side baguette
bread slices; broil on baking sheet 2 minutes each side until lightly golden.
In a small bowl mix toasted walnuts, Gorgonzola cheese, arugula and olive
oil, spread evenly on buttered side of baguette slices pressing to adhere. Season with pepper. Broil
2 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Arrange walnut, arugula and gorgonzola crostini appetizer on a platter, garnish with arugula leaves and serve.
Wine recommendation: Tawny Port
I adapted this recipe idea from Bon Appetit, put
my own spin on it and served this appetizer at one of my
7 course Prime Rib Dinner Menu
it is easy to make and
delicious!
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