• 6 slices Smithfield® Thick Cut Bacon, your favorite flavor, cooked crisp,
  • 1/2 French baguette (5-6 ounces), slices on the bias, 3/8-inch thick (12 pieces),
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil,
  • 6 oz. goat cheese, brought to room temperature,
  • 12 ripe blackberries,
  • 2 tablespoons honey,
  • fresh basil leaves and freshly ground black pepper to garnish, if desired,
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Bacon Crostinis with Goat Cheese, Blackberries and Honey

MAIN DISH

Bacon Crostinis with Goat Cheese, Blackberries and Honey

Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 400℉. Lightly brush both sides of baguette slices with oil and place slightly spaced on rimmed baking pan. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly crisped and golden.

2. Spread warm crostinis with goat cheese and top each with ½ slice bacon and skewer with a ripe blackberry. Drizzle with honey immediately before serving and garnish with sliced basil leaves and freshly ground black pepper, if desired.

Chef’s Tip:
Prepare your bacon ahead of time and make last-minute party prep a snap!