Crostini with Sun-Dried Tomato & Goat Cheese Spread

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A Tuscan classic that’s perfect in fall! Drizzle with a fragrant extra virgin olive oil and pair it with a glass of Sangiovese for a flavorful dish your guests will love.

Ingredients

11 ounces soft fresh goat cheese, crumbled, room temperature

3/4 cup chopped drained oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes

1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted, chopped

5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme

salt and freshly ground black pepper

1 Breadsmith Baguette, cut diagonally into 1/2-inch thick slices

Instructions

Mix goat cheese, tomatoes, olives, 1 tablespoon olive oil and thyme in a large bowl.

Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Arrange bread on baking sheets.

Brush with 4 tablespoons of oil. Bake until lightly toasted, about 10 minutes.

Cool if desired. Transfer spread to serving bowl; place on platter. Surround with toasts.

Makes 8 servings.