Butternut Crostini With Radicchio And Blue Cheese

Serves: 4

Madilyn Boehm

1 January 1970

Based on User reviews:

49

Spice

44

Sweetness

52

Sourness

38

mins

Prep time (avg)

5

Difficulty

Ingredients:

1 medium

Radicchio (head)

Directions:

1

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F

2

Line 2 baking sheets with Reynolds Wrap(R) Aluminum Foil

3

Set aside

4

Cut the squash in half lengthwise and remove the seeds

5

Brush the flesh with a thin coat of olive oil

6

Set the squash cut side up on the prepared tray

7

Sprinkle with salt and pepper and roast for 40 minutes until the squash is fork tender

8

Remove to cool completely

9

Once cool, scoop the flesh into a bowl

10

Add the creme fraiche, paprika, and a pinch each of salt and pepper

11

Mash with a fork until completely smooth

12

This much can be done up to three days in advance

13

Cut the baguette into 1/2-inch slices on a diagonal

14

Spread them on the second foil-lined baking sheet

15

Brush the tops with a thin coat of olive oil

16

Bake on the middle rack for 6 minutes until the edges are just browned

17

Cut the radicchio into thin ribbons

18

Toss with olive oil, balsamic glaze and a pinch of salt and pepper

19

Adjust seasoning and dressing to taste

20

Spread a couple tablespoons of the squash mash on top of each crostini

21

Top with the radicchio slaw and a sprinkle of blue cheese for garnish