GORGONZOLA AND PEAR CROSTINI
MAKES 2 CUPS
INGREDIENTS
1 can (15 ounces) Bartlett pear halves or slices, drained, chopped
1 cup Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup hazelnuts, toasted, chopped
1 French bread baguette, cut into 1/2-inch slices, toasted
As needed fresh watercress
METHOD
In medium bowl, combine pears, cheeses and nuts; mix well. Refrigerate until ready to serve. To serve, spread toasted baguette slices with cheese mixture; garnish each with watercress sprig.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION (PER SERVING 2 TABLESPOONS)Calories 159
Protein 5g
Carbohydrate 19g
Fiber 1g
Fat 7g
Sodium 303mg
Cholesterol 15mg
