Peach Bruschetta with Goat Cheese and Basil

Ingredients

• 1 baguette, sliced diagonally into 1/2-inch pieces
• 4 ripe peaches, pitted and diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1 tbsp honey
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 4 oz goat cheese, softened
• Extra-virgin olive oil for drizzling

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet and drizzle them lightly with olive oil. Toast in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until crisp and lightly golden.

3. In a medium bowl, combine the diced peaches, chopped red onion, chopped basil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper.

4. Gently toss to coat the peaches evenly.

5. Spread each toasted baguette slice with a layer of softened goat cheese.

6. Spoon the peach mixture onto the goat cheese-topped baguette slices, distributing it evenly.

7. Drizzle the peach bruschetta with a little extra olive oil and sprinkle with additional black pepper, if desired.

8. Serve the peach bruschetta immediately as a delightful summer appetizer or snack.

Savor the sweet, juicy flavors of ripe summer peaches, perfectly complemented by tangy goat cheese and fragrant basil in this irresistible peach bruschetta that’ll make your taste buds dance with delight and your heart sing with pure summer joy!