This Pear and Brie Crostini with Balsamic and Thyme is the ultimate snack or appetizer- fast to make, almost no dishes, and everyone loves them!
About a month ago, I was hosting a get together at our house. Normally I am all about throwing a party for people- there is just something about cooking for other people that warms my soul. I love feeding people.
I strongly believe that this will be me one day:
Hell, I’m 75% of the way there now.
But for whatever reason, I was feeling pretty blah about it and couldn’t come up with any ideas. So I was chatting with Trisha over at The Lazy Mom Cooks, and she threw out the idea of a pear and brie crostini appetizer. I didn’t end up doing it, but the idea lodged itself into the back of my brain and stayed there, festering until I just had to do it.
This is a great snack or party appetizer, because it takes next to no time or effort to do. Toast up some bread, load it up, do a little sprinkling and drizzling, and you’re good to go.
I think these would look so pretty with a tender little sprig of fresh thyme on them, but the grocery store was out and I didn’t feel like going on a wild goose chase. I sprinkled with dried thyme and they were delicious- crunchy, soft, sweet and sour, all in one bite!
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Pear and Brie Crostini with Balsamic and Thyme
Ingredients
- 1 pear sliced 1/3
- 8 slices baguette
- olive oil
- 81/4 slices brie
- 8 sprigs fresh thyme no woody stem pieces
- Balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Preheat a grill on medium heat. Drizzle one side of the baguette slices with olive oil, then place oiled side down on the grill. Toast until crisp and browned. Remove to a plate, toasted side up.
- Add one slice of pear and one slice of brie. Top with a thyme sprig (or sprinkle with dried thyme) and drizzle with balsamic glaze. Serve.
Nutrition
Pear and Brie Crostini with Balsamic and Thyme
Ingredients
- 1 pear sliced 1/3" thick
- 8 slices baguette
- olive oil
- 8-1/4 " slices brie
- 8 sprigs fresh thyme no woody stem pieces
- Balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Preheat a grill on medium heat. Drizzle one side of the baguette slices with olive oil, then place oiled side down on the grill. Toast until crisp and browned. Remove to a plate, toasted side up.
- Add one slice of pear and one slice of brie. Top with a thyme sprig (or sprinkle with dried thyme) and drizzle with balsamic glaze. Serve.
Fay says
Hi
Thank you for this recipe. I would like to make it but I do not know what a balsamic glaze is and how to make it. Can you advise? Also, how many does this recipe serve, typically?
Thanks.
Jacqueline says
You can buy it in some grocery stores, but you can also buy it here: http://amzn.to/2mWHFVk. I use it on tons of things!
Van says
You can make your own balsamic glaze by reducing balsamic vinegar or most grocery stores carry small bottles of it now.
Carolyn says
Will probably have to buy the balsamic glaze. I love everything brie.
Jacqueline says
Glad you like it. I buy the glaze too! Here’s a link: http://amzn.to/2mWHFVk
Janet Nimlos says
I served this appetizer to my book club and they all raved and wanted the recipe! It is so easy to make, and the flavor is outstanding!!! I’ve made it several times since, to rave reviews!
Jan Nimlos says
Love this recipe! I have put it under the broiler for just 30 seconds or so, and the Brie gets nice a meaty. Then I put on the balsamic glaze. My guests have raved!!!