Bruschetta with Plums and Fresh Basil

Description

Bruschetta is typically served with tomatoes and mozzarella cheese, but plums are a sweet surprise in this tasty Italian inspired side.

Entertain the Fruit and Veggie Way by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, public domain government resource—original source of recipe

• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1 sourdough baguette (24 inch)
• 4 oz fat-free cream cheese, whipped
• 6 cups sliced fresh plums (about 9 plums)
• 1 cup fresh basil

Procedures

1. Slice baguette into 24 one inch-thick pieces.
2. Toast baguette slices in a 350 °F oven until golden brown.
3. Spread each slice with fat-free cream cheese.
4. Place slices (about 3) of plum on each piece.
5. Garnish with basil.