STRAWBERRY BRUNCH BRUSCHETTA

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Try this sweet bruschetta for a brunch or indulgent weekend breakfast. The goat cheese, fresh herbs and strawberries make a blissful combination.-Johanna Hauer, Kennebunk, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
24 slices French bread baguette (1/2 inch thick)
1/2 pound fresh goat cheese
2 cups chopped fresh strawberries
2 cups fresh arugula or fresh baby spinach, chopped

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Place bread on ungreased baking sheets; brush with oil mixture. , Broil 3-4 in. from the heat until lightly browned, 1-2 minutes. Spread with goat cheese. Broil until cheese begins to melt, 2-3 minutes longer., In a small bowl, combine strawberries and arugula; layer over cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 176mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.