Louisiana Cookin'

Backyard Dinner Party

BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND GOAT CHEESE CROSTINI

MAKES 12

(photo on page 67)

The sweet flavor of butternut squash is balanced by tangy goat cheese and salty prosciutto in these bite-size appetizers.

12 (½-inch-thick) baguette slices (cut on diagonal)
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided
6 ounces goat cheese
5 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
½ teaspoon lemon zest
1 (2-ounce) package thinly sliced prosciutto
1 cup ½-inch-diced peeled butternut squash
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
1 tablespoon honey
Garnish: honey, fresh thyme

1. Preheat oven to 375°. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil.

2. On prepared pan, place baguette slices cut side up, and brush with 1 tablespoon oil.

Bake for 5 minutes. Increase oven temperature

You’re reading a preview, subscribe to read more.

More from Louisiana Cookin'

Louisiana Cookin'4 min read
Farm Fresh
MAKES 8 TO 10 SERVINGS 2 pounds fresh squash, cut crosswise into ¼-inch-thick slices1 cup chopped yellow onion1 tablespoon kosher salt2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese2 cups shredded smoked Gouda cheese1 sleeve buttery round crackers (about 30 cra
Louisiana Cookin'2 min read
Summer Food Festivals
Summertime in Louisiana can get sweltering, and many choose to stay inside to beat the heat. While we’re fans of blasting the air conditioning, we also know there’s treasure to be had if we get outside and embrace all that Louisiana has to offer this
Louisiana Cookin'5 min read
A Kitchen with Heart & Soul
MaMou is a modern French brasserie bringing a fresh dose of refined European technique to the Crescent City. The whimsical and sumptuous fare within beckons guests from the streets of the French Quarter thanks to co-owners Chef Tom Branighan and somm

Related Books & Audiobooks