Strawberry Brunch Bruschetta
Try this sweet bruschetta for a brunch or indulgent weekend breakfast. The goat cheese, fresh herbs and strawberries are part of the luxury.—Johanna Hauer, Kennebunk, Maine18 ServingsPrep/Total Time: 30 min.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 24 slices French bread baguette (1/2 inch thick)
- 1/2 pound fresh goat cheese
- 2 cups chopped fresh strawberries
- 2 cups fresh arugula or fresh baby spinach, chopped
Directions
- In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Place bread on
- ungreased baking sheets; brush with oil mixture.
- Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 1-2 minutes or until lightly browned.
- Spread with goat cheese. Broil 2-3 minutes longer or until cheese
- begins to melt.
- In a small bowl, combine strawberries and arugula; layer over cheese.
- Yield: 1-1/2 dozen.
Nutrition Facts: 1 piece equals 117 calories, 5 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 8 mg cholesterol, 176 mg sodium, 14 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 3 g protein.