Apple Crostini with Fontina

by Kathleen Morrison

Servings: 4 servings

INGREDIENTS

2 Granny Smith apples
2 Golden Delicious apples
4 tbsp. butter
1/2 med. red onion, chopped in 1/8-inch dice
2 tbsp. poppy seeds
2 oz. grappa
4 thick slices country-style bread
4 thin slices fontina cheese

INSTRUCTIONS

Peel, core and cube apples into 1/4-inch dice. In a 12-inch to 14-inch sauté pan, heat butter until foam subsides. Add onions and cook until soft and golden-brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Add apples and poppy seeds and cook until edges are softened, 5 to 6 minutes. Add grappa and lower heat.

Meanwhile, grill bread on both sides and place on platter. Place a cheese slice on each piece of bread. Spoon apples over and serve.

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