Roasted Pumpkin and Goat Cheese Crostini

If you’re looking for a delicious appetizer that is sure to impress your guests, look no further! This crostini is packed with flavor. Takes a bit of prep, but it’s so worth it! Top with additional pinches of goat cheese, if you like.

Step: 1

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step: 2

Pile the diced pumpkin on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil and toss with your hands to lightly coat. Spread evenly and sprinkle with sage, salt, and pepper.

Step: 3

Bake in the preheated oven until tender, about 20 minutes.

Step: 4

Meanwhile, melt butter in a medium frying pan over medium heat. Add leek and cook until softened and beginning to caramelize, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove roasted pumpkin from the oven, add to the pan, and stir to combine.

Step: 5

Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.

Step: 6

Slice the baguette at an angle into 1/2-inch slices. Brush 1 side of each slice with remaining oil.

Step: 7

Cook on the preheated grill until lightly browned, about 1 1/2 minutes per side.

Step: 8

Remove from the grill and rub the garlic clove over the oiled side of each baguette slice 3 to 4 times. Spread goat cheese over each slice and top with a spoonful of the pumpkin-leek mixture. Drizzle lightly with balsamic glaze and serve immediately.

Per Serving: 289 calories; protein 10.2g; carbohydrates 36.5g; fat 11.6g; cholesterol 18.8mg; sodium 484.3mg.

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