Cranberry Turkey Crostini Recipe

Name: Cranberry Turkey Crostini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries; 1 medium tangerine, peeled and seeded; 1/2 cup red wine vinegar; 1/4 cup chopped shallots; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/4 cup chopped seeded jalapeno peppers; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 30 slices French bread (1/4 inch thick); Cooking spray; 1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese; 1/2 pound shaved deli smoked turkey

Servings: persons

1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries
1 medium tangerine, peeled and seeded
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup chopped shallots
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup chopped seeded jalapeno peppers
1/4 teaspoon pepper
30 slices French bread (1/4 inch thick)
Cooking spray
1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese
1/2 pound shaved deli smoked turkey

1
Place cranberries and tangerine in a food processor; cover and process until coarsely chopped. Set aside.
2
In a small saucepan, bring vinegar and shallots to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until mixture is reduced to 1/3 cup, stirring occasionally. Stir in the sugar, jalapenos, pepper and reserved cranberry mixture. Cook for 5 minutes over medium heat, stirring frequently. Transfer to a small bowl; refrigerate until chilled.
3
Place bread on ungreased
4
; lightly spray bread on both sides with cooking spray. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 1-2 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Spread each slice with 1-1/2 teaspoons cream cheese; top with turkey and 1 tablespoon cranberry mixture.

385

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries, 1 medium tangerine, peeled and seeded, 1/2 cup red wine vinegar, 1/4 cup chopped shallots, and more.

Yes, Cranberry Turkey Crostini falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cranberry Turkey Crostini

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Variations & substitutions

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