Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients:
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil
- 2 onions, coarsely chopped
- 1 Tbsp. brown sugar
- 1 tsp. balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- dash white pepper
- 8 slices baguette bread, 1/4" thick
- 1/3 cup crumbled Gorgonzola or other blue cheese (feta is also good)
Preparation:
Place baguette slices on an ungreased cookie sheet. Broil 2-3" from heat for a few minutes until lightly browned. Turn slices over so untoasted side is up.
Spread the caramelized onions over the toasted bread, and sprinkle with the cheese. Broil about 1-2 more minutes until appetizers are hot.
You can make part of this appetizer ahead. Just cook the onions and store them in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The toasts can be prepared ahead too, and stored at room temperature, well covered. Then assemble and broil the finished appetizer.
To make on the grill, cook the onions ahead of time. When ready to eat, grill the baguette slices until light grill marks appear. Assemble the crostini, then place on the grill again. Cover and grill for 1-2 minutes until hot.
