Northwest Bounty Bruschetta

Total Time
30 mins

Bruschetta is a favorite appetizer because it’s easy, tasty and versatile. This recipe features so many bold flavors like onion, tart cherries, blue cheese and hazelnuts.

Photo: Annabelle Breakey; Styling: Karen Shinto

1 sourdough baguette (8 oz.), sliced 1/4 in. thick

3 tablespoons olive oil, divided

1/3 cup chopped onion

1 cup peeled and chopped Granny Smith apple

1 teaspoon maple syrup

1/4 cup dried tart cherries

1 1/2 teaspoons prepared horseradish

2/3 cup crumbled blue cheese

1/3 cup chopped hazelnuts

Step 1

Brush bread with 2 tbsp. olive oil and broil until golden, turning once, 5 minutes.

Step 2

In a frying pan over medium heat, sauté onion with remaining oil until golden. Add apple and syrup; cook 5 minutes. Let cool slightly. Stir in cherries, horseradish, and cheese; spoon over toasts. Top with nuts.

Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving
Calories 173Calories from Fat 50

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.7g15%

Saturated Fat 2.5g13%
Cholesterol 6.8mg3%
Sodium 267mg12%
Total Carbohydrate 18g6%

Dietary Fiber 1.2g5%
Protein 4.5g9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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