Best Basil Pesto Tomato Cheese And French Bread Melt Recipes

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BASIL PESTO BREAD ROUNDS



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A very easy, versatile recipe of a pesto topping on French bread slices. One of my most requested recipes! Great for potlucks or as an accompaniment to soup or salad meals. Try them with sun-dried tomato pesto!

Provided by Sherbg

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Canapes and Crostini Recipes

Time 18m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (1 pound) loaf French baguette
⅔ cup mayonnaise
⅓ cup basil pesto
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven on broiler setting. Arrange bread slices in a single layer on a cookie sheet. Place under broiler for 5 to 8 minutes, or until lightly toasted on one side. Watch carefully to ensure they don't burn. Remove from oven, and flip bread slices so that the toasted side is on the bottom.
  • Set the oven temperature for 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, pesto, garlic, Parmesan and salt. Spread evenly over untoasted sides of bread slices.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 6 to 8 minutes. Set the oven to broil, and place the rounds under the broiler just until they begin to bubble and turn golden. Let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375.4 calories, Carbohydrate 33.8 g, Cholesterol 15.8 mg, Fat 22.1 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 11.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 648 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

BASIL PESTO, TOMATO, CHEESE AND FRENCH BREAD MELT.



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I used Bonnie Traynor's Basil Pesto recipe #8650 in this and it was absolutely excellent. This is a quick and zesty snack that I really enjoy.

Provided by Cocinero

Categories     High In...

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 slices French bread, cut at least 1 inch thick
2 medium tomatoes (very ripe)
1/2 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
1/2 cup feta cheese (finely crumbled)
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil (xtra virgin dipping oil)
1/4 cup basil pesto (Bonnie's #8650)
salt and pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Cut french bread across the loaf or at a small angle, making your pieces and inch thick or even thicker.
  • With a brush, lightly paint one side and the slice edges with olive oil.
  • Spread a thin layer of Bonnie's Pesto on the slices. (or thick if you like).
  • Arrange slices of tomato in the top of the slice to cover.
  • Lightly salt and pepper.
  • Either broil or use a toaster oven to quickly toast the tomato slices. The tomato will not be "cooked" but simply heated up a little.
  • When they are almost done, remove and sprinkle to cover with the two cheeses mixed together. Return to toaster until cheese is melted.
  • This is an excellent appetizer or side dish with anything italian.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460.1, Fat 27.8, SaturatedFat 7.9, Cholesterol 27.7, Sodium 795.1, Carbohydrate 39.6, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 2.7, Protein 14.3

PESTO-TOMATO TOAST



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The basil, garlic, pine nuts and Parmesan in the pesto pack a powerhouse of flavor into this easy cheesy appetizer.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 18m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 slices French bread, 1 inch thick
1/3 cup basil pesto
1 small tomato, seeded and chopped (1/2 cup)
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (2 ounces)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Place bread on ungreased cookie sheet. Spread with pesto. Top with tomato. Sprinkle with cheese.
  • Bake about 8 minutes or until hot and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 320 mg

BASIL PESTO BREAD



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup grated Parmesan or Romano
1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted
4 garlic cloves, roughly chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup olive oil
1 baguette

Steps:

  • For the pesto, combine all ingredients in a food processor or blender. Puree until the mixture forms a smooth, thick paste. Slice the baguette lengthwise horizontally. Spread the pesto over the cut sides of the baguette and toast in the oven until crispy and golden.

PESTO BRUSCHETTA LOAF



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French bread layered with pesto, tomatoes and cheese - broiled into a delicious appetizer that serves a bunch. Ready in just 15 minutes!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 loaf (1 pound) French bread, cut horizontally in half
1/2 cup pesto
1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and coarsely chopped, or 1 small tomato, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (4 ounces)

Steps:

  • Set oven control to broil. Place bread, cut sides up, on ungreased cookie sheet. Broil with tops 4 to 6 inches from heat about 1 minute or until lightly toasted.
  • Spread pesto on bread. Sprinkle with tomatoes and cheese. Broil 1 to 2 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Slice, Sodium 270 mg

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