Strawberry and Goat Cheese Bruschetta

• From: Florida Strawberry Growers Association

Ingredients

• 1 whole baguette

• 1 Tbs olive oil

• Freshly-cracked black pepper

• 1 cup sliced strawberries

• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves

• 2 Tbs balsamic vinegar

• 4 oz fresh goat cheese

A great appetizer for any holiday party that's ready in no time.

Directions

• Preheat oven to 350°F.
• Slice baguette into four pieces and then slice each in half, lengthwise.
• Place the baguette open-faced on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
• Dust with cracked ground pepper. and toast in the oven until golden brown.
• While baguette is toasting, toss strawberries, basil, and balsamic vinegar in a small bowl.
• When bread is toasted golden brown, remove from oven and spread goat cheese across each slice. Top goat cheese with prepared strawberries and serve.