Blue Cheese With Honeydew Basil Preserve

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   * Preheat oven to 400 degrees, with rack in the middle.

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   * Scoop out meat of half the honeydew into a pot. Simmer.

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   * Mince basil.

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   * Zest lemon.

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   * When softened, use ladle or potato masher to mash until smooth.

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   * Continue simmering (don't forget to stir!) until honeydew is a little thinner than the consistency of jam or preserves.

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   * Remove from heat. Mash out any remaining lumps, then stir in minced basil and lime juice.

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   * Taste. If needed, add sugar (mix well, until dissolved). Set aside to cool.

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   * Gently rub mint leaves in oil. Coat well. Set on a cookie sheet with foil over the top. Bake for about 3-5 minutes, or until they are crisp. Cool.

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    * Set out your serving tray, and spread a thin layer of the honeydew basil preserve on all the crackers.

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    * Put a small slice of the Blue cheese / Gorgonzola cheese on each cracker.

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    * Add a crisped mint leaf to the top of each cracker.

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    * Sprinkle all with lemon zest.

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    * Serve and enjoy!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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