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Strawberry Crostini

• From: Florida Strawberry Growers Association

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar

• 1 8 oz container non-fat, plain Greek yogurt

• 1 8 oz package cream cheese, softened

• 4 slices smoked bacon, cooked and crumbled

• 2 Tbs confectioners' sugar

• 36 slices French baguette, toasted

• 1 16 oz container fresh strawberries, cut into 1/4 inch thick slices

• 3 Tbs slivered basil

Bite-size, sweet, and savory strawberry crostini—perfect party food.

Directions

• In a small saucepan, bring vinegar to a boil over medium-high heat.
• Reduce heat, and simmer for 3 to 4 minutes, or until vinegar is reduced to 1/4 cup. Remove from heat and set aside.
• In a small bowl, combine yogurt and cream cheese, stirring until smooth.
• Add bacon and confectioners’ sugar, stirring until combined.
• Spread yogurt mixture evenly over toasted baguette slices.
• Top each evenly with sliced strawberries.
• Sprinkle each with basil and drizzle with balsamic syrup. Serve immediately.