Brie-Berry Bruschetta
I love fresh strawberries, and I try to enjoy as many as possible during the season. Because so many strawberry recipes are quite sweet, I wanted to start the meal with something savory, so I came up with strawberries, cheese and good bread.12 ServingsPrep/Total Time: 15 min
Ingredients
- 12 slices French bread baguette (1/4 inch thick)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 round (8 ounces) Brie cheese, rind removed
- 1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Directions
- Place bread on an ungreased baking sheet; brush with oil. Broil 3-4
- in. from the heat for 1-2 minutes or until golden brown.
- Spread Brie over toast; top with strawberries. Drizzle with vinegar
- and sprinkle with thyme. Yield: 1 dozen.
Nutrition Facts: 1 piece equals 104 calories, 7 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 19 mg cholesterol, 155 mg sodium, 6 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 5 g protein.
Wine: Medium-Bodied White Wine: Enjoy this recipe with a medium-bodied white wine such as Riesling or Gewürtztraminer