Cranberry-Goat Cheese Canapés

Wow guests with this one-bite French hors d’oeuvre filled with flavor. One reviewer raved that this recipe is not only pretty, but also tasty. Ready to serve in under an hour, this recipe makes home entertaining easy for a small or large crowd. The cranberry mixture consists of bursts of cilantro, ginger, and jalapeño pepper, arousing the palate of dinner guests. Garnish this dish with roasted pumpkin seeds for a true fall accent. Make Ahead Tip: Stir together the cranberry mixture up to 3 days ahead of time. Spread the cheese and cranberry mixture on the Canapé Toast Squares the day of your party.

Recipe: Cranberry-Goat Cheese Canapés
Hands-on Time  25 Mins
Total Time   55 Mins
Yield    Makes 36 pieces

Make Ahead: Stir together the cranberry mixture up to 3 days ahead of time. Assemble the canapés the day of your party.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups fresh cranberries, chopped 
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro 
• 3 tablespoons sugar 
• 1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh jalapeño pepper 
• 3/4 teaspoon grated fresh ginger 
• Canapé Toast Squares 
• 1 (5.3-oz.) container spreadable goat cheese 
• Garnish: roasted, salted, and shelled pepitas (pumpkin seeds)

How to Make It
Step 1
Stir together first 5 ingredients in a medium bowl. Let stand 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Step 2
Spread each toast square with cheese, and top with a small spoonful of cranberry mixture.

Step 3
Note: We tested with Chavrie Original Mild Goat Cheese.


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