PEACH BRUSCHETTA

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As a starter or light snack, this bruschetta is a wonderful way to savor the season with just a bite of fresh peach amid a medley of lively flavors. -Nikiko Masumoto, Del Ray, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1 garlic clove
1-1/2 cups fresh arugula
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
BRUSCHETTA:
1 tablespoon olive oil plus additional for brushing bread, divided
1 large red onion, thinly sliced (1-1/2 cups)
1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary
24 slices French bread baguette (3/8 inch thick)
1 to 2 garlic cloves, halved
2 small ripe peaches, cut into 1/4-inch slices
Shaved Parmesan cheese
Coarse salt

Steps:

For pesto, place walnuts and garlic in a small food processor; pulse until finely chopped. Add arugula; process until blended. Continue processing while gradually adding oil in a steady stream. Season with salt and pepper to taste., For bruschetta, in a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Add onion and rosemary; cook until onion is softened, 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally., Brush both sides of bread slices with additional oil. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat until golden brown, 1-2 minutes on each side., Rub garlic halves on both sides of toasts; discard garlic. Spread toasts with pesto. Top with onion mixture, peaches and cheese. If desired, sprinkle with coarse salt. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 69 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 37mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.