Goat’s Cheese and Rhubarb Crostini with Golden Apple Salsa

30 mins

Ingredients:

For the goat’s cheese and rhubarb topping:

4 oz fresh goat’s cheese
1 cup rhubarb, finely chopped
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
Salt and black pepper to taste

For the golden apple salsa:

1 golden apple, finely diced
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh mint leaves

For the fried garlic:

4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
Pinch of salt

For the crostini:

Baguette or country bread, sliced
Olive oil for brushing
Salt and black pepper to taste

The Process

rhubarb topping

In a bowl, mix together the fresh goat’s cheese, chopped rhubarb, honey, thyme, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Set aside.

golden apple salsa

In another bowl, combine the diced golden apple, lemon juice, honey, and chopped mint. Toss gently to coat the apple with the other ingredients. Set aside.

fried garlic

In a small skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and fry until golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the garlic from the oil and drain on a paper towel. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt.

crostini

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the bread slices on a baking sheet and brush both sides with olive oil. Season with salt and black pepper. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the bread is golden and crispy.

assemble

Spread a generous amount of the goat’s cheese and rhubarb topping on each crostini. Top with a spoonful of the golden apple salsa and a sprinkle of the fried garlic.

serve

Arrange the crostini on a serving platter and serve immediately.

Bites & Vibes

Elevate your Goat’s Cheese and Rhubarb Crostini with a playlist that captures the essence of classic French chansons and the sophisticated sounds of jazz. As you assemble the goat’s cheese and rhubarb topping, golden apple salsa, and fried garlic on crispy crostini, let the melodic tunes transport you to a charming Parisian bistro.

Feel the romance with Edith Piaf’s timeless “La Vie En Rose” and the gypsy jazz vibes of Django Reinhardt’s “Minor Swing.” The honey-infused rhubarb and fresh thyme leaves become a culinary ode to the poetic melodies of Charles Aznavour and Yann Tiersen.

Picture the golden apple salsa dancing with the fried garlic to the enchanting notes of Serge Gainsbourg and Jane Birkin’s “Je T’Aime… Moi Non Plus.” Each bite, enhanced by the sweet and savory symphony, resonates with the soul-stirring tunes of Stéphane Grappelli and Yehudi Menuhin.

So, let this playlist be the soundtrack to your gastronomic journey, turning your Goat’s Cheese and Rhubarb Crostini into a harmonious blend of taste and melody. Whether you’re indulging in a quiet evening or hosting a sophisticated soirée, let the French classics set the stage for a culinary experience that transcends time.