Chevre & Olive Crostini Appetizers
1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and quartered
2 tsp. olive oil
1 tsp. chopped fresh rosemary
1/2 tsp grated lemon rind
1/4 tsp. coarsely crushed peppercorns 		1 small clove garlic, crushed
4 oz. mild chevre(goat cheese) softened
1 baguette
1 tbsp. chopped parsley
Per serving:244 calories, 12 g fat.

In a small bowl, combine olives, olive oil, rosemary, lemon rind, pepper and garlic. Cover and let stand for 30 minutes at room temperature or up to 8 hours in refrigerator. Stir olive mixture into cheese. Cut bread into 1/2-inch slices; arrange on a baking sheet. Place under broiler and toast lightly on both sides. Spread slices generously with cheese mixture. Place under broiler for 2 to 3 minutes or until cheese is just tinged with gold. Sprinkle with parsley. Serve hot.

Makes about 6 servings.

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