Smoked Salmon & Goat Cheese Crostini

 

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Smoked Salmon & Goat Cheese Crostini

8 ounces goat cheese
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon leaves
1 tablespoon fennel seeds, finely crushed
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
30 thin slices French-bread baguette
12 ounces thinly sliced smoked salmon
Optional Garnishes: lemon peel strips, tarragon sprigs, sour cream, and/or salmon roe.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

In a small bowl, combine goat cheese, tarragon, fennel, lemon zest, and pepper; set aside.

Brush olive oil over both sides of the bread slices. Arrange bread in single layer on large baking sheet. Bake approximately 5 minutes per side or until bread is just crisp. Remove from oven.

NOTE: Cheese mixture and toasts can be made 2 days ahead. Cover cheese mixture and chill. Cool toasts; store airtight at room temperature.

Spread cheese mixture over toasts. Top with salmon, trimming to fit. Garnish with optional garnishes that you desire. Arrange on platter and serve.

Makes 30 crostini.