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Cranberry And Mint Crostini With Brie Recipe
This cranberry and mint crostini with brie is the perfect combination of melted cheese with zesty salsa, tinged with cooling mint and perched on slices of toasted baguette. In just 15 minutes of prep time and a mere 4 minutes in the oven, you can whip up a platter of these delectable bites, perfect for any gathering.
According to Ksenia Prints of At the Immigrant's Table, this recipe marries the tang of cranberries with the creaminess of brie, adding a hint of mint and jalapeño for a refreshing taste. A bite of this crostini combines the crunch of toasted bread with the comfort of gooey cheese and the kick of a unique tangy salsa that feels like Christmas and Thanksgiving all wrapped into one. It's a perfect appetizer for a holiday gathering.
Whether you're entertaining guests during the holidays or simply craving a fancy snack, these crostini will have you feeling pampered and well-nourished. This unusual combination of flavors will start to seem like a natural pairing after just one bite.
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Gather The Ingredients For Cranberry And Mint Crostini With Brieingredients for brie cranberry crostini - Ksenia Prints/Tasting Table
To assemble this easy appetizer, you'll need a handful of components. Start with a fresh baguette, which serves as the sturdy base for your crostini. Olive oil is key for toasting the bread to golden perfection. The cheesy element comes from brie cheese: the creamier, the better. Fresh cranberries add a zesty tang, while jalapeño and red onion contribute a subtle kick. For a refreshing twist, cilantro and mint join the mix and are complemented by a dash of lime juice. To take things up a notch, sugar and apple cider vinegar add a touch of sweetness and tartness.
Step 1: Cut The BaguetteKnife and baguette slices on cutting board - Ksenia Prints/Tasting Table
Start by slicing your baguette into 1-inch pieces.
Step 2: Oil The Bread SlicesOiled baguette slices on baking sheet - Ksenia Prints/Tasting Table
Brush each baguette slice with olive oil on one side.
Step 3: Toast The BaguetteToasted baguette slices on baking sheet - Ksenia Prints/Tasting Table
Arrange baguette slices oiled-side up on a baking sheet and broil for 1-2 minutes, or until they become lightly golden.
Step 4: Layer The Brie On The ToastBrie and baguette slices on baking sheet - Ksenia Prints/Tasting Table
Slice the brie cheese into thin ¼-inch slices and place them on top of the toasted baguette slices.
Step 5: Melt The BrieBaguette slices with melted brie on baking sheet - Ksenia Prints/Tasting Table
Place the brie-topped baguette under the broiler for about 1-2 minutes until the brie starts to melt.
Step 6: Process CranberriesCranberries in food processor - Ksenia Prints/Tasting Table
While the crostini are broiling, make the cranberry salsa. In a food processor, pulse cranberries until roughly chopped and set aside.
Step 7: Add The Remaining Salsa IngredientsSalsa in food processor - Ksenia Prints/Tasting Table
Add jalapeño (seeded for less heat, if preferred), red onion, cilantro, mint, lime juice, sugar, apple cider vinegar, salt and pepper to the food processor.
Step 8: Pulse To ProcessChopped salsa in food processor - Ksenia Prints/Tasting Table
Pulse until everything is finely chopped and well-mixed. Do not overblend.
Step 9: Add CranberriesSalsa with spoon in bowl - Ksenia Prints/Tasting Table
Combine cranberries with the other salsa ingredients.
Step 10: Top With SalsaCrostini with cranberry salsa on black cutting board - Ksenia Prints/Tasting Table
Once the baguettes with melted brie are out of the broiler, spoon your fresh cranberry salsa on top of them.
Step 11: Add The Final TouchGrabbing one of the crostini on black cutting board - Ksenia Prints/Tasting Table
Top with leftover mint leaves to serve.
Can I Use A Different Type Of Bread Instead Of A Baguette?Baguette slices and brie - Ksenia Prints/Tasting Table
You can opt for a different type of bread in place of a baguette for the cranberry and mint crostini with brie. While a baguette offers a classic choice with its crisp crust and soft interior, as well as its ability to perfectly crisp up in the oven, there are numerous alternatives to consider. Ciabatta, rustic country loaves, or even whole-grain bread can be excellent substitutes. Sourdough bread works very well here because it also has a crusty exterior that holds well to the filling, and the subtle sourdough tang complements the tartness of the cranberries.
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Note that the bigger the bread's circumference, the more thinly it should be sliced. Each bread choice will bring its own unique texture and flavor to the crostini, allowing you to tailor the appetizer to your taste or the occasion. Crostini are also very forgiving because the bread is toasted and then topped with a juicy salsa, so this recipe is a great way to use up any day-old bread you may have on hand.
Is There A Way To Adjust The Level Of Spiciness In The Cranberry Salsa?Salsa with spoon beside bowl - Ksenia Prints/Tasting Table
You can easily adjust the level of spiciness in the cranberry salsa to suit your taste and spice tolerance. To make it milder, you can deseed the jalapeño before adding it to the food processor, which will significantly reduce the heat of the pepper. If any spice is too much spice, omit the jalapeño altogether. If you prefer more heat, leave some or all of the seeds, or even add an extra jalapeño. Start with a smaller amount and then gradually increase it until the desired level of spiciness is achieved. If you find jalapeño peppers are just way too mild for you, feel free to make this salsa with habanero or another hotter pepper. With the choice of pepper, you can have full control over the salsa's heat, ensuring it's just the right amount of zesty to complement your brie crostini.
Can I Prepare The Cranberry Salsa In Advance?Chopped cranberries in food processor - Ksenia Prints/Tasting Table
You can prepare the cranberry salsa for your cranberry and mint crostini with brie in advance. Making the salsa ahead of time not only saves you effort when assembling the crostini, but it can also enhance the flavors. When the salsa is made ahead, the jalapeño and onion soften as they mix with the juices of the cranberries, and the overall dish becomes more cohesive. You can refrigerate the cranberry salsa in an airtight container for up to a few days before your event. We recommend making the salsa no more than 2-3 days in advance. This allows the ingredients to marry, resulting in a more well-balanced and flavorful salsa, without it becoming overly mushy. Just be sure to store it properly in the refrigerator, and when you're ready to serve, spoon it onto the freshly toasted baguette slices with melted brie for an easy appetizer that still has that delightful zing.
Cranberry And Mint Crostini With Brie RecipeCrostini slices on metal tray atop black cutting board - Ksenia Prints/Tasting Table
Prep Time: 15mCook Time: 4mYield: 8 ServingsIngredients
½ baguette
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 round of brie cheese
2 cups cranberries
½ jalapeño, chopped roughly
½ red onion, chopped roughly
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon mint, plus more whole mint leaves for topping
Juice from ½ small lime
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
¼ teaspoon salt, or more to taste
¼ teaspoon black pepper, or more, to taste
Directions
Start by slicing your baguette into 1-inch pieces.
Brush each baguette slice with olive oil on one side.
Arrange baguette slices oiled-side up on a baking sheet and broil for 1-2 minutes, or until they become lightly golden.
Slice the brie cheese into thin ¼-inch slices and place them on top of the toasted baguette slices.
Place the brie-topped baguette under the broiler for about 1-2 minutes until the brie starts to melt.
While the crostini are broiling, make the cranberry salsa. In a food processor, pulse cranberries until roughly chopped and set aside.
Add jalapeño (seeded for less heat, if preferred), red onion, cilantro, mint, lime juice, sugar, apple cider vinegar, salt and pepper to the food processor.
Pulse until everything is finely chopped and well mixed. Do not overblend.
Combine cranberries with the other salsa ingredients.
Once the baguettes with melted brie are out of the broiler, spoon your fresh cranberry salsa on top of them.
Top with whole mint leaves to serve.
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Toasted White Chocolate Mousse Recipe
When it comes to sophisticated desserts, there's not much that can beat a chocolate mousse. This version, developed by Tasting Table's Jennine Rye, is certain to impress your guests and satisfy that sweet tooth.
Mousse is thought to have been invented, not by a chef, but by the French artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, and is at its simplest the result of aerating a base of one sort or other. Because of its light and fluffy texture, you can make a mousse out of a number of base ingredients, including some savory ones, such as an avocado mousse. It is, however, most commonly made sweet and served as a dessert, and chocolate mousse is an enduring favorite.
In this recipe, white chocolate is toasted before making the mousse. This process gives the white chocolate a nuttier and more caramelized flavor as well as a richer golden color, which adds complexity and depth to the resulting dessert. Combine that with a beautifully light and airy texture, and this mousse is the perfect dessert to follow a hearty meal. It can be garnished with a simple dollop of whipped cream, or you could top the mousse with a few berries to complement the sweetness of the toasted white chocolate.
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Gather The Ingredients For This Toasted White Chocolate Mousse Recipetoasted white chocolate mousse ingredients - Jennine Rye/Tasting Table
To begin this toasted white chocolate mousse recipe, first you will need to gather the ingredients. You will want white chocolate, eggs, butter, whipping cream, and granulated sugar.
Step 1: Preheat The Ovenpreheating an oven - Jennine Rye/Tasting Table
Preheat the oven to 250 F.
Step 2: Begin To Toast The Chocolateoven tray with white chocolate - Jennine Rye/Tasting Table
Lay out the white chocolate on a baking tray covered in a sheet of parchment paper and place in the oven for 10 minutes.
Step 3: Stir The Chocolate Regularlytoasting white chocolate - Jennine Rye/Tasting Table
Remove from the oven and scrape the chocolate around the pan; it will have become quite grainy at this point. Repeat this every 10 minutes for 40 to 50 minutes until the white chocolate is smooth and a lovely golden color.
Step 4: Separate The Egg Yolksseparating egg yolks - Jennine Rye/Tasting Table
Separate the egg yolks from the egg whites, place the egg whites to one side.
Step 5: Combine The Chocolate And Egg Yolksmixing butter, eggs, and chocolate - Jennine Rye/Tasting Table
Cool the toasted white chocolate for 5 minutes, and whisk in the egg yolks and butter to form a smooth shiny mixture.
Step 6: Whip The Creamwhipping cream in a bowl - Jennine Rye/Tasting Table
Whip the cream until soft peaks form.
Step 7: Beat The Egg Whites And Sugarbeaten egg whites in bowl - Jennine Rye/Tasting Table
In a stand mixer, beat the egg whites until they are foamy, and slowly incorporate the sugar into the mixture one teaspoon at a time, until the egg whites form peaks.
Step 8: Combine The Creamwhite chocolate and cream mixture - Jennine Rye/Tasting Table
Using a spatula, gently incorporate the whipped cream into the cooled toasted white chocolate mixture.
Step 9: Add The Egg Whitesincorporating egg whites into mousse - Jennine Rye/Tasting Table
Using a balloon whisk, gently incorporate the egg whites into the white chocolate mixture to create the mousse.
Step 10: Portion Out The Mousseserving mousse in individual glasses - Jennine Rye/Tasting Table
Spoon the mousse into individual glasses and chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours.
Step 11: Serve The Mousseindividual serving of mousse - Jennine Rye/Tasting Table
Serve topped with a little extra whipped cream and some grated white chocolate if desired.
What Is Toasted White Chocolate?white chocolate on oven tray - Jennine Rye/Tasting Table
Toasted white chocolate is growing in popularity. In fact, you may have come across it before at Starbucks, which offers a range of products featuring toasted white chocolate. Whether it's in hot chocolate, mochas, or lattes, toasted white chocolate is definitely becoming a firm flavor favorite.
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Because white chocolate is made of only a short list of ingredients (sugar, milk solids, and cocoa butter), it can be considered as something of a simple, though delicious, flavor. However, the process of toasting white chocolate in the oven helps the sugars to slowly caramelize, which causes them to deepen, making the resulting product much richer and more complex in taste. The process is really easy: Just bake the white chocolate at a low temperature, stirring often, until it becomes golden brown. It will become grainy throughout the process, but if you stick with it and keep stirring, it will get back to a lovely silky smooth texture. This is an easy way to enrich the flavors in any white chocolate dish, just remember to use white chocolate with at least 30% cocoa butter for best results.
Is Mousse Made Using Raw Eggs Safe To Eat?toasted white chocolate mousse - Jennine Rye/Tasting Table
For some people, the fact that mousse is made with raw eggs and doesn't require any form of cooking can present a bit of a concern. It's true that raw eggs do present a risk of salmonella, which is a common source of food poisoning. However, you can vastly reduce this risk in a number of ways: Firstly, by selecting eggs from farms with better animal welfare conditions, and then by keeping the eggs refrigerated (but remember to bring them to room temperature ahead of making the mousse).
There is also a very handy egg safety tip to test the freshness of an egg. Fill a glass or a bowl with water and lower your egg into it. If it sinks to the bottom and lies on its side or its point it is fresh and good to eat. If it floats to the top of the water, that is a sign that the egg is past its best. With a few simple measures, it's perfectly possible to consume raw eggs in a safe manner.
What Is The Best Way To Whip Cream?whisking cream using balloon whisk - Jennine Rye/Tasting Table
This mousse recipe incorporates whipped cream, which, though simple, is not necessarily the easiest culinary technique to master. Luckily there are a few tips that will help you to obtain that lovely airy texture and avoid some of the potential pitfalls. The first thing to bear in mind is that some types of cream are good for whipping, others not so much. For best results, you need a cream with the right fat content. Look for something in the region of 30%. Any less than that and it won't whip, but creams with too high of a fat content will end up losing that fluffy texture.
Of course, you can use an electrical appliance to do the hard work -- you can use a hand blender, a stand mixer, or even a smoothie-making blender. For best results though, we recommend using a balloon whisk; this method allows you the most control over the resulting cream. You can keep a closer eye on the process and stop precisely when it reaches that perfect consistency of thick and fluffy and before it turns to butter.
Toasted White Chocolate Mousse Recipetoasted white chocolate mousse - Jennine Rye/Tasting Table
Prep Time: 2h 30mCook Time: 50mYield: 6 ServingsIngredients
8 ounces white chocolate, at least 30% cocoa butter
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup whipping cream
¼ cup granulated sugar
Directions
Preheat the oven to 250 F.
Lay out the white chocolate on a baking tray covered in a sheet of parchment paper and place in the oven for 10 minutes.
Remove from the oven and scrape the chocolate around the pan; it will have become quite grainy at this point. Repeat this every 10 minutes for 40 to 50 minutes until the white chocolate is smooth and a lovely golden color.
Separate the egg yolks from the egg whites and place the egg whites to one side.
Cool the toasted white chocolate for 5 minutes, and whisk in the egg yolks and the butter to form a smooth shiny mixture.
Whip the cream until soft peaks form.
In a stand mixer, beat the egg whites until they are foamy, and slowly incorporate the sugar into the mixture one teaspoon at a time, until the egg whites form peaks.
Using a spatula, gently incorporate the whipped cream into the cooled toasted white chocolate mixture.
Using a balloon whisk, gently incorporate the egg whites into the white chocolate mixture to create the mousse.
Spoon the mousse into individual glasses and chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours.
Serve topped with a little extra whipped cream and some grated white chocolate if desired.
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40+ Memorial Day Food Ideas & Recipes – BBQ Menu For Memorial Day Party
Memorial Day weekend is fast approaching, and it's the perfect time to gather with family and friends to honor those who have sacrificed for our freedom. To celebrate this special day, we have curated a list of over 40 mouth-watering food ideas and recipes for your Memorial Day BBQ party. Let's fire up the grill and get cooking!
1. Classic Cheeseburgers: You can't go wrong with a juicy, smoky cheeseburger topped with lettuce, tomato, onion, and mayonnaise.
2. Grilled Chicken Skewers: Marinated in a flavorful mix of lemon juice, garlic, and herbs, these chicken skewers are a BBQ staple.
3. BBQ Ribs: Tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs slathered in delicious barbecue sauce are always a crowd favorite.
4. Hot Dogs: Serve up some all-American hot dogs with a variety of toppings like chili, cheese, onions, and relish.
5. Sriracha Grilled Shrimp: Spicy shrimp lovers will go crazy for these sweet and spicy skewers.
6. Veggie Burgers: A delectable option for vegetarians attending your party.
7. Pulled Pork Sandwiches: Flavorful pulled pork piled high on a soft bun – what could be better?
8. Sausage Peppers & Onions Sandwiches: Grill Italian sausages and top them off with sautéed peppers and onions.
9. Steak Fajitas: Fire up the grill for these delicious marinated steak strips served with grilled peppers and onions in warm flour tortillas.
10. Grilled Mexican Street Corn (Elote): Slather corn on the cob with mayo, chili powder, cotija cheese, lime juice, and cilantro for an authentic Mexican flair.
11. Kale Avocado Salad
12. Watermelon Feta Salad
13. Coleslaw
14. Red, White, and Blue Fruit Salad
15. Baked Potato Bar
Sides & Dips:
16. Guacamole
17. Salsa
18. Spinach Artichoke Dip
19. Buffalo Chicken Dip
20. Smoked Gouda Mac N' Cheese
Appetizers:
21. Caprese Skewers
22. Deviled Eggs
23. Jalapeno Poppers
24. Mini Shrimp Ceviche Cups
25. Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus
Desserts:
26. Berry Trifle
27. Apple Pie
28. Key Lime Pie Bars
29. Brownie Sundae Bar
30. Red, White, & Blue Cheesecake Strawberries
Drinks:
31. Fresh Lemonade
32. Classic Mojito
33. Raspberry Iced Tea
34. Watermelon Margarita
35. Paloma Cocktail
BBQ Cooking Tips:
36: Use a cooking thermometer to accurately measure the internal temperature of your meat to avoid over- or under-cooking.
37: For even cooking, flip food only once during grilling.
38: Never use the same plate that held raw meat for your cooked food.
39: Marinade meats 4-24 hours before grilling to maximize flavor and tenderness.
40: Allow meats to rest for a few minutes after grilling before serving.
Get ready for a fun-filled and delicious Memorial Day weekend with these amazing BBQ menu ideas and recipes! Enjoy the day with good food, great company and always remember those who sacrificed for our freedom – happy grilling!
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