Roasted Peach Crostini with Brown Sugar and Ginger
Each week I buy around a dozen of them and I’m usually never left with any to play with in the kitchen. Every batch has been just as tasty and juicy as I can imagine and we can’t help but gobble them up just as nature intended. And most often we were too busy playing at the pool to be bothered with baking.
I finally wised up, you know, now that summer is just about over. I bought a few extra than we really needed. I am determined to get at least a few peach desserts on the table after dinner before this perfect fruit is gone for the year. I’ve had some goat cheese in the fridge and I knew just what I wanted to try: Roasted Peach and Goat Cheese Crostini.
I love to roast fruit. Roasting might traditionally sound like something for meat or vegetables, but it produces amazingly sweet and tender flavors in fruit as well. Go ahead, give it a try! If it’s too hot to turn on the oven, you can also roast peaches in the toaster oven.
You can enjoy this Roasted Peach Crostini recipe as a simple fruit dessert after dinner or serve it as an appetizer or snack. It is perfect for either occasion.
I might be guilty serving these roasted brown sugar ginger peaches over a bowl of yogurt and granola. Roasted Peaches might also be pretty near perfect when served over a simple bowl of homemade ice cream.
Giveaway Prize (1 winner):
- 2 – INNA Jams
- 1 – Original Spreadable Cheese
- 1 – Montrachet Style Goat Cheese
- 1 – Cinnamon Chevre Breakfast Cheese
- 1 – Coffee Chevre Breakfast Cheese
- 1 – Fig Chevre Breakfast Cheese
- 1 – Belle and The Bees Breakfast Cheese
- 1 – Effie’s Homemade Crackers
Belle Chevre, the provider of this giveaway, is a purposefully small goat cheese company from Alabama, employing a few women and hand-making goat cheesesince 1989.Â
They are launching a pairing with INNA jams. INNA makes jams in small batches using organic ingredients sourced within 100 miles of their kitchen in Emeryville, CA (and bicycle is their preferred mode of delivery). Jam and chevre are delicious paired together!
Giveaway Requirements:
- What is your favorite way to eat goat cheese?
- Contest ends September 13, 2012 at 11:59 p.m. PST.
- Contest open to US States only.
- Winners will be chosen via random.org and will have 3 days to respond before disqualified and a new winner chosen.
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Roasted Peach Crostini
I love roasting fruit, and pairing peaches with goat cheese seemed like the perfect party appetizer.
Ingredients
- 3 large peaches, pitted and cut into slices
- 1 1/2 tablespoon butter, melted
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- pinch of salt
- pinch of cinnamon
- 2 drops pure ginger essential oil or 1 teaspoon fresh minced ginger
- Baguette, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
- Combine the butter, sugar, vanilla, salt, cinnamon and ginger. Toss with the peaches until coated.
- Pour the mixture into an oven-safe cast iron skillet (I like my Le Creuset Enameled Cast-Iron Skillet). Roast at 425 degrees F for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, toast the sliced baguette. Spread each generously with goat cheese. Top with roasted peaches and a drizzle of the juices from the pan. Eat and enjoy!
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 126Total Fat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 186mgCarbohydrates: 21gFiber: 1gSugar: 8gProtein: 3g
GoodLifeEats.com offers recipe nutritional information as a courtesy and is an estimate only. This information comes from online calculators. Although GoodLifeEats.com makes every effort to provide accurate information, these figures are only estimates.
I was provided with review product and giveaway fullfillment by Belle Chevre, but all opinions and experiences with the product remain my own opinion.
Russell van Kraayenburg says
These crostini look so good! I could snack on these with no end. Yum!
Steve says
I like them on bread with fruit
Jenna Y. says
I prefer to enjoy Goat Cheese on a piece of crusty bread and with a nice glass of wine. đŸ™‚
Vivienne Nichols says
Crumbled,chunked,crostini-ed.
Spooned,stuffed,spread.
Morning,noon,night
Chevre-color dreams in my head!
All alone,in a crowd.
From the wrapper, on a platter.
Mmmm..I’m thinking…How bout this one?
A wayward “goat” in the cheesecake batter?
BRENDA BIT says
my favorite way to eat goat cheese is with blackberry jam or just off of my finger with some herbs sprinkled on top for a “get by” tasty morsel in the afternoon!
also re-pinned the recipe!
Bets says
We love goat cheese with crostin and homemade tomato soup.
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Carolsue says
I have a beet salad recipe I like to put crumbled goat cheese in
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Gwen @SimplyHealthyFamily says
I ADORE goat cheese. My fav is either on crostini or in a market salad.
ChrissieNer says
I’ve liked Belle Chevre on FB too!
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ChrissieNer says
My absolute favorite way to eat goat cheese is to crumble herb goat cheese on a spinach salad with grilled chicken, raspberries and a raspberry vinaigrette! Ohhhh mama!
Monica says
Ever since visiting Paris many years ago, my absolute favorite thing to do with goat cheese is to create little baked goat cheese disks (?) and put them on top of a salad with a light dressing. YUM!
samW says
on crackers!
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Following GoodLifeEats on Pinterest and had already pinned this delicious recipe to my “Dessert” board before knowing it would be part of the giveaway. Kismet!
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kelli ball says
My favorite way to eat goat cheese is usually straight up, with a thin cracker. However, I’m open to eating goat cheese in any shape, form, or fashion – love it!
Gordon says
i have some of your fine cheese and will pick up some Issom peaches to try this this weekend.
Mabel says
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Mabel says
I love making goat cheese lemon pies. so creamy!
Missy says
I ove goat cheese crumbled and sprinkled on salad, and esp stuffed into dried dates….yummy. I have facebooked both sites and shared also. Thanx for this opportunity
Nicole says
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Nicole says
I pinned the recipe đŸ™‚
Nicole says
I love to stuff thick pork chops with goat cheese, roasted red peppers, spinach & artichoke hearts & then grill! Super yummy!
Anne says
I recently tried a bombshell of a strawberry cupcake with goat cheese frosting. It was divine! But my regular favorite is goat cheese on salad with pears, walnuts and a tangy vinaigrette.
Julia says
Spread some goat cheese on a nutty piece of fresh bread, drizzle it with honey, mmm, amazing!
Tiffany says
This looks amazing. How on earth do you come up with these AMAZING combinations?! Sheer Talent! Also, your pumpkin soup is incredible. I had to feature it in my great big pumpkin post http://www.at-altitude.com/35-amazing-pumpkin-recipes-for-fall/
TK says
I love to top salads with goat cheese!
Andi says
I love goat cheese on a bagel for breakfast!
Susan says
I like the Belle Chevre Pimento Goat Cheese on a homemade BLT. Who needs mayo?
Andrea says
This looks delicious. I love goat cheese straight or in salads.
Cori says
I love it in quiche!
Karen Lynch says
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Karen Lynch says
It is so good in pepperdews. The hint of spice with the tang of the cheese.
Corisa says
i love love love goat cheese layered between tomato slices and then drizzled with blasamic vinegar !
Sarah K. @ The Pajama Chef says
i love goat cheese in dips with crackers.
Krissa says
I follow you on Pinterest and pinned this recipe!
Krissa says
I’m kind of a goat cheese fanatic…I put it on anything and everything…pizza, omelets, pasta, salads and more! These roasted peach crostini’s are next on my list…they look amazing!
Angie McGeown says
I liked Belle Chevre on Facebook.
Angie McGeown says
I pinned this recipe on pinterest, http://pinterest.com/pin/106256872429390011/
Angie McGeown says
I love to eat goat cheese in a salad with beets and pecans.
Amelia says
I love goat cheese on toast with jam đŸ™‚
Sarah L says
I love eating goat cheese on a salad or on water crackers.
Trezlen says
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Trezlen says
I like to eat goat cheese spread on toasty bread.
josh says
favorite way to eat goat cheese is definitely on burgers!!
ljmh says
i pinned this great sounding recipe
ljmh says
i love to eat goat cheese crumbled in salads
steve says
I like goat cheese sprinkled on a warm pizza.
Jan S. says
I love Goat Cheese on Salads
Katie says
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Katie says
I follow on Pinterest and pinned this recipe.
Katie says
It is great in a salad.
Holly says
I love goat cheese in a salad with a cinnamon apple cider maple syrup dressing, sliced honey crisp apples, walnuts, and baby greens. Can’t wait to try your recipe, though!
Lauren W says
I love it spread on crusty bread with roasted thyme zucchini!!
Lisa says
I love goat cheese, I just tried a recipe for mushroom soup that had goat cheese added to it….soooo good!
Lisa says
I also followed you and pinned it onto party food.
Kim B. says
I LOVE goat cheese in my spaghetti! YUM!
Beth @ Hungry Happenings says
I mix goat cheese with herbs and stuff it into a flattened chicken breast which is breaded and pan fried. I serve it with a white wine sauce.
Kare @ Kitchen Treaty says
That crostini looks absolutely fabulous! Chevre is such a magical, transformative ingredient. This year I decided I like beets if they’re roasted (a huge revelation) and when paired with chevre … ohmygosh.
Ali @ Gimme Some Oven says
These look so wonderful! And those cheeses — WOW! đŸ™‚
Sarah Beth says
I posted the giveaway on Facebook!
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I follow you on Pinterest and pinned this recipe!
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Sarah Beth says
I love goat cheese on a salad or on a crostini!
Ashley says
I love it warm and gooey with pico de gallo and tortilla chips, yummy!
barbara n says
I love Warm Goat Cheese Medallions on top of my salad
Lauren at Keep It Sweet says
Pinned!
Lauren at Keep It Sweet says
I love goat cheese warmed and served on a salad!
Julia says
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Julia says
On a sandwich! Or fried!
Lora W. says
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Lora W. says
I love goat cheese on pizza with fresh tomatoes and basil. yum.
Ray says
I like Good Life Eats & Belle Chèvre on FB too! Thanks!
Ray says
I eat goat cheese in my salads all sprinkled up!
Renata says
I tweeted too! https://twitter.com/Serene_streams/status/241340946585907200
Renata says
I like Good Life Eats and Belle Chevre on Facebook too!
Renata says
I enjoy goat cheese on my crackers for a nice spread!
Heather Spooner says
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Heather Spooner says
I’ve never tried goat cheese, but when I do, I’d like to make this recipe you shared. Thanks!
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sara says
Followed on pinterest and pinned!
sara says
Seriously awesome giveaway! My favorite way to eat goat cheese is on pizza…seriously the best topping ever! đŸ™‚
Janel Gradowski says
I either eat goat cheese on my salad or in a quiche with lots of veggies. Yum!
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Amy Tong says
My favorite way to eat goat cheese is put them in my Tomato tart along with some fresh herbs. yum!
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Sara says
I love goat cheese on salads and pizza!
Danielle says
I would actually be a vegan if it weren’t for cheese! Try as I might, I just can’t quit it. I love it so much. When I think of things that wouldn’t be the same without cheese, my mind immediately goes to pizza, so I’ll go with that as my favorite way to eat it.
Allison says
I follow on twitter and tweeted the giveaway
Allison says
I pinned this
Allison says
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Allison says
I love goat cheese spread on a baguette with jam – yum!
Sarah says
Goat cheese is by far my favorite cheese! I love experimenting with it and the best thing I have made so far is a quesadilla with goat cheese, grilled asparagus, and bacon. Mmm.
Meandering Matt says
I love goat cheese on a burger or just spread on a cracker!
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Lori says
My favorite thing to do with goat cheese: on a bed of spinach leaves with some olive oil and a bit of red wine vinegar…add some chopped walnuts and a few cut up strawberries.
Adrienne says
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Adrienne says
I love goat cheese on salads or just on a great piece of bread.
Mary says
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Georgiana says
I like Good Eats and Belle Chevre on Facebook! Thanks so much!
Mary says
We love goat cheese here. We use it on salads, with beets and on crostini. I have never tried it with roasted peaches but this sounds fantastic. I know what I am making this weekend!
Georgiana says
I love goat cheese sprinkled on my lunch salads!
Rebecca says
I had some with beets and it was really good.
Micky says
I love goat cheese on pizza, stuffed into baked chicken, or crumbled atop a salad. Yum!