Goat Cheese and Avocado Crostini

1 baguette of French bread, sliced thin
2 1/2 Tbsp. olive oil
1 ripe avocado
8 oz. Haystack Chèvre
1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1/8 to 1/4 tsp. salt
freshly ground pepper to taste
1 Tbsp. fresh thyme leaves, minced

• Brush bread lightly with 2 Tbsp. olive oil and arrange on a baking sheet, oil side up. Bake in a 350° preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes or until crisp. Remove from oven and cool on a rack. Pit and peel the avocado. Place in a bowl and mash until smooth. Add softened goat cheese, 1 Tbsp. olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper and thyme. Use a fork to blend all ingredients. Spread the mixture on the crisp bread rounds and serve as an appetizer.

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