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Ingredients: (makes 24 pieces)
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 USA pears
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp honey
- 2 tsp citrus vodka
- 1/2 cup goat cheese, spreadable
- 24 baguette rounds, toasted
- 1/2 cup almonds, silvered, toasted*
- black pepper to taste
Slice pears stem side up into 12 quarter-inch width vertical planks. Cut large slices in half lengthwise for a total of 48 slices.
Heat vinegar, butter and honey in large frying pan over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until reduced by half, about 2 tablespoons. Add pear slices and vodka and continue cooking for 1 minute turning once.
Place 2 pear slices on each baguette round and top with 1 teaspoon goat cheese. Sprinkle almonds over cheese and garnish with fresh pepper, if desired.
*To toast almonds, place in heavy frying pan and toast over medium heat, stirring constantly, for 1 to 2 minutes or until tan with toasted aroma.
(Recipe/Photo courtesy of USA Pears)
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