Roasted Cinnamon Pear Bruschetta
This delicious fall and winter appetizer is perfect for parties! Perfection in every bite!
Ingredients:
1 baguette, sliced into rounds
2 pears, cored and chopped
1 tbsp butter
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp cinnamon
Pinch of nutmeg
1/2 cup mascarpone (or substitute with cream cheese)
1 tsp honey
Directions:
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Lay baguette rounds on a baking sheet and bake for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and toasted. Set aside. Heat a skillet over medium-low heat and melt butter. Add the pears, then sprinkle with salt, cinnamon and nutmeg. Allow to caramelize slowly – for about 10-15 minutes. In a bowl, combine the mascarpone and honey. Spread on baguette slices. Once pears are caramelized, add the balsamic vinegar and cook for 1-2 more minutes. Add spoonfuls of pear mixture on top of mascarpone on baguette. These can be served warm or cold.