Wednesday, September 23, 2009

Thanksgiving Appetizers - Blue Cheese, Walnut and Cranberry Crostini

Thanksgiving is a time for family and friends, good conversation and great Thanksgiving appetizers to whet the appetite for the feast to follow.

Whether serving your Thanksgiving appetizers formally as a sit down affair or informally with your guests mingling in the kitchen, these Blue Cheese, Walnut and Cranberry crostini appetizers are sure to be a hit. And best of all, these gourmet appetizers are ultra quick and easy to make!!

Thanksgiving Appetizers - Blue Cheese, Walnut and Cranberry Crostini

Ingredients:
24 1/4-inch-thick slices ciabatta bread
2 tablespoons walnut oil
1/2 cup chopped toasted walnuts
8 ounces blue cheese, crumbled
4 tablespoons minced shallots
1/3 cup dried cranberries

Preparation:
Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange bread slices on baking sheet. Brush bread slices on top side with 2 tablespoons walnut oil. Bake until crisp, about 5 minutes.
Mix walnuts, cheese, 4 tablespoons shallots, and dried cranberries in medium bowl. Spread mixture on toasts. Bake until cheese melts, about 4 minutes.

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