Three Cheese Crostini Appetizer

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1 1/2 cups quartered cherry tomatoes

3 tablespoons thinly sliced shallots

2 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided

1/2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

3/4 cup ricotta cheese

1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese, loosely measured

1/4 cup prepared basil pesto

3/4 teaspoon salt, divided

1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

1 teaspoon grated lemon peel, loosely measured

16 slices French or artisan type baguette, cut 1/4-inch thick on the diagonal

2 to 3 grinds black peppercorns (using handheld grinder)

3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil leaves

1/4 cup finely shredded fresh Pecorino Romano cheese, loosely measured