Gluten-Free JOC Appetizer - Caramelized Pear and Brie Crostini

Ingredients:

1 gluten-free baguette, sliced into thin rounds
2 ripe gluten-free pears, thinly sliced
8 ounces gluten-free Brie cheese, sliced
2 tablespoons gluten-free butter
2 tablespoons gluten-free brown sugar
1 tablespoon gluten-free balsamic vinegar
Fresh thyme leaves for garnish (optional)
Salt and gluten-free black pepper to taste
Gluten-free honey for drizzling

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Place the gluten-free baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast them in the preheated oven for about 5-7 minutes, or until they are lightly golden brown.

In a skillet, melt the gluten-free butter over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced gluten-free pears and cook for about 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.

Sprinkle the gluten-free brown sugar over the pears and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for an additional 2-3 minutes until the pears caramelize and the sugar melts.

Stir in the gluten-free balsamic vinegar and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly. Season with salt and gluten-free black pepper to taste.

Remove the skillet from heat.

Place a slice of gluten-free Brie cheese on each toasted baguette round.

Top the Brie with a spoonful of the caramelized pear mixture.

If desired, garnish with fresh thyme leaves.

Drizzle a bit of gluten-free honey over each crostini.

Serve the Caramelized Pear and Brie Crostini as a sweet and savory gluten-free appetizer.

Enjoy these gluten-free Caramelized Pear and Brie Crostini as a delightful and elegant appetizer!