Best Crostini Recipes

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SIMPLE CROSTINI



Simple Crostini image

Crostini are perfect spooned high with your pick of toppings.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers     Finger Food Recipes

Time 30m

Yield Makes 60

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 baguette (8 to 10 ounces), sliced 1/4 inch thick (about 60 slices)
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
White-Bean and Caper Crostini
Tomato-Basil Crostini
Artichoke-Dill Crostini
Salami-Ricotta Crostini
Pesto-Bocconcini Crostini
Goat Cheese and Sun-Dried Tomatoes Crostini
Goat Cheese and Sun-Dried Tomatoes Crostini

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Arrange baguette slices on two large rimmed baking sheets; brush both sides with oil, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Bake, rotating sheets halfway through, until golden, 15 to 20 minutes (if undersides are not browning, turn crostini over once during baking). Let cool on baking sheets. Top crostini with desired toppings, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 36 g, Fat 3 g, Protein 1 g

TOMATO CROSTINI WITH WHIPPED FETA



Tomato Crostini with Whipped Feta image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     appetizer

Time 40m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 ounces good feta, crumbled
2 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
2/3 cup good olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons minced shallots (2 shallots)
2 teaspoons minced garlic (2 cloves)
2 tablespoons good red wine vinegar
2 pounds ripe heirloom or cherry tomatoes, 1/2-inch-diced
3 tablespoons julienned fresh basil leaves, plus extra for serving
20 to 25 (1/2-inch-thick) diagonal baguette slices, toasted
2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts

Steps:

  • For the whipped feta, place the feta and cream cheese in the bowl of a food processor fitted with the steel blade. Pulse until the cheeses are mixed. Add 1/3 cup of the olive oil, the lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and process until smooth.
  • For the tomatoes, up to an hour before you're serving, combine the shallots, garlic, and vinegar in a medium bowl. Set aside for 5 minutes. Whisk in the remaining 1/3 cup olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Add the tomatoes, stir gently, and set aside for 10 minutes. Stir in the basil and taste for seasonings.
  • To assemble the crostini, spread each slice of bread with a generous amount of whipped feta. With a slotted spoon, place the tomatoes on top. Put the crostini on plates and scatter with the pine nuts. Sprinkle with extra basil and serve.

CROSTINI OF CHICKEN LIVER PATE WITH BALSAMIC ONIONS



Crostini of Chicken Liver Pate with Balsamic Onions image

Provided by Anne Burrell

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Olive oil
2 large onions, sliced
Salt
1 cup balsamic vinegar
Olive oil
2 to 3 anchovy fillets
2 tablespoons capers
2 cloves garlic, smashed
1 pound chicken livers, cleaned and rinsed
1 cup white wine
1 baguette, cut in to 1/2-inch slices, toasted or grilled

Steps:

  • To make the onions: Coat a large saute pan with olive oil and add the onions. Season the onions with salt and bring the pan to a medium-high heat. Cover and sweat the onions for 15 to 20 minutes. Add the balsamic and cook for another 20 to 25 minutes or until the balsamic is syrupy. Use right away, or place in airtight jar and store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
  • To make the chicken liver pate: Coat a large saute pan with olive oil and add the anchovies, capers and garlic. Bring to medium heat and saute until the anchovies have dissolved.
  • Add the chicken livers, turn up the heat and saute for 3 to 5 minutes and cook until the livers are about 1/2 to 3/4 of the way done. Add the wine and cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until the wine has reduced by half, the mix should still be pretty soupy.
  • Transfer everything to a food processor and puree until smooth. Season with a little salt, if needed, and loosen with a little olive oil if needed.
  • Schmear each toast with the pate and top with balsamic onions.

CREAM CHEESE CRAB SPREAD WITH HOMEMADE CROSTINI



Cream Cheese Crab Spread with Homemade Crostini image

Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h15m

Yield 18 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces Neufchatel cheese or cream cheese, softened
1 pound fresh crabmeat, picked over for shells
4 tablespoons ketchup
4 tablespoons prepared horseradish
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
1 clove garlic
1 baguette, sliced into 18 rounds and toasted

Steps:

  • Combine the cream cheese and all but 1/2 cup of the crabmeat in a medium bowl. Mix until thoroughly combined. Roll into an 8-inch log and refrigerate until firmed up slightly, about 1 hour. Refrigerate the remaining 1/2 cup crabmeat until serving.
  • Meanwhile, combine the ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, salt and some pepper in a medium bowl. Taste and adjust to your liking.
  • Place the log on a serving platter. Spoon some of the sauce over it, reserving the remaining sauce in a small bowl to serve on the side. Sprinkle the reserved 1/2 cup crabmeat on top and garnish with the chives. Rub the garlic onto one side of each slice of bread and arrange the bread on the serving platter.

CROSTINI D'EMILY



Crostini D'Emily image

Tiny toasts to serve with a festive dip or baked garlic!

Provided by emily

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Canapes and Crostini Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 day old baguette
¼ cup butter, softened
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Slice the baguette crosswise into 1/4 inch thick slices
  • In a small bowl, stir together the butter, olive oil, and chopped garlic. Spread the butter mixture onto each slice of the bread. Place the slices onto a cookie sheet buttered side up.
  • Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 8 to 10 minutes, or until lightly toasted, and hard.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308.6 calories, Carbohydrate 43.2 g, Cholesterol 20.3 mg, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 9.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 546.6 mg, Sugar 2 g

PEPPER-CRUSTED STEAK WITH HORSERADISH CREAM ON GRILLED GARLIC CROSTINI



Pepper-Crusted Steak with Horseradish Cream on Grilled Garlic Crostini image

Provided by Serena Bass

Categories     Beef     Broil     Marinate     Cocktail Party     Quick & Easy     Fall     Spring     Grill/Barbecue

Yield Makes 20 hors d'oeuvres, with leftovers for delicious sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 10

The Beef Marinade
3 cloves garlic, crushed
1/2 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns, cracked (I fold them in a paper towel and bash them with a hammer)
1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary leaves
1/3 cup olive oil
2 pounds London broil (top sirloin), cut 1 1/2 inches thick
2 teaspoons kosher salt
Grilled Garlic Crostini
Horseradish Cream

Steps:

  • Combine the garlic, hot red pepper flakes, peppercorns, rosemary, and olive oil in a Zip-loc bag. Add the beef, coating it with the marinade. Squeeze all the air out of the bag so the beef is enveloped by the marinade, and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or overnight.
  • Preheat the grill or broiler for 15 to 20 minutes. Sprinkle the steak with the salt and grill or broil to rare or medium rare, depending on your preference.
  • The cooking time will depend on the thickness and temperature of the beef, so push at the steak with your finger, and if it still feels totally raw in the middle, give it a little longer.
  • This is one of the things that cooks just need to intuit and learn to read the silent signs. Better under than overcooked, so check often, and if your finger defeats you, cut the steak with a knife and have a look. Let the steak rest for at least an hour, to get the juices back into the meat, then cut into short, very thin slices. (The best knife for slicing is a bread knife with wavy rather than pointed teeth, which cuts through beef amazingly well.) Serve on Grilled Garlic Crostini.
  • Arrange a few shaved slices of beef on each piece of bread, top with a pungent dot of Horseradish Cream, scatter with minced Italian parsley, and dust on a little kosher salt.

ROASTED TOMATO, RICOTTA AND BASIL CROSTINI



Roasted Tomato, Ricotta and Basil Crostini image

Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     appetizer

Time 40m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 loaf baguette
Olive oil, for brushing
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes, cut in half
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 leaves fresh basil, cut into chiffonade

Steps:

  • For the crostini: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Cut the baguette into thin slices and put them on one of the prepared baking sheets. Brush the bread with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. Bake until they are golden brown and crunchy, about 15 minutes.
  • For the roasted tomatoes: In a medium bowl, mix together the tomatoes, honey, olive oil and red wine vinegar and season with salt and pepper. Put the mixture on the other prepared baking sheet and bake until the tomatoes start to color and shrivel, about 25 minutes.
  • For the ricotta: In a medium bowl, mix together the ricotta, olive oil and garlic powder until well combined. Season with salt and pepper.
  • When the crostini are cooled slightly, spread the ricotta cheese mixture over the top of each piece, and then top with the roasted tomatoes, drizzling any extra juices over the top. Garnish with the chiffonade of basil.

BEEF TENDERLOIN CROSTINI



Beef Tenderloin Crostini image

Provided by Nancy Fuller

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h

Yield 20 crostini

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 pounds beef tenderloin, trimmed and tied
3 tablespoons olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 baguettes, cut into twenty 1/2-inch-thick slices total
2 tablespoons olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup sour cream
1/4 cup applesauce
2 tablespoons horseradish
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons breadcrumbs
2 tablespoon minced chives
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Watercress leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • For the beef tenderloin: Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F.
  • Place the beef tenderloin on a baking sheet, drizzle with the olive oil and season liberally with salt and pepper. Rub the oil and seasoning evenly over the meat.
  • Roast the tenderloin until an internal thermometer reads 125 to 130 degrees F for rare to medium rare, about 20 minutes. Remove from the oven, tent with aluminum foil and let rest until it reaches room temperature, at least 20 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and thinly slice.
  • For the crostini: Turn down the oven temperature to 400 degrees F.
  • Put the baguette slices on a baking sheet in 1 layer. Drizzle with the olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake until golden brown and toasted, about 5 minutes.
  • For the horseradish sauce: Add the sour cream, applesauce, horseradish, mayonnaise, breadcrumbs and chives to a medium bowl and mix until combined. Season with salt and pepper.
  • To assemble: Spread a dollop of horseradish sauce onto each toasted baguette piece, add a slice of beef tenderloin and then top with another dollop of horseradish sauce and a few watercress leaves.

ROASTED GARLIC CROSTINI WITH ASSORTED TOPPINGS



Roasted Garlic Crostini with Assorted Toppings image

Because its texture is buttery and rich, I like to spread it on crostini. Once you've spread the roasted garlic over your toasts you can choose from a number of toppings.

Provided by Wolfgang Puck

Categories     Garlic     Appetizer     Roast     Cocktail Party     Oscars     Fall     Winter

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

For the roasted garlic:
4 heads garlic
1/4 cup olive oil
For the crostini:
12 slices of baguette or country-style Italian bread, sliced at a 45-degree angle about 1/2 inch thick
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Pureed garlic from 4 whole roasted heads of garlic (see above)
Assorted topping options:
Shaved Parmesan, dry jack or Gruyère cheese
Fresh, creamy goat cheese, at room temperature
Roasted red bell peppers, home-roasted or bottled, cut into thin strips
Prepared tapenade (black olive and anchovy paste)
Oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, cut into thin strips
Capers, drained
Roma tomatoes, thinly sliced, or halved, seeded, and diced
Fresh basil leaves, cut into fine julienne strips or left whole
Crushed red pepper flakes
Balsamic vinegar
Thinly sliced prosciutto
Anchovy fillets packed in olive oil, drained
Fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Put the garlic in a roasting pan and drizzle on the olive oil. Toss to coat thoroughly. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until the garlic bulbs are very tender but not overly brown. Test by carefully giving a bulb a gentle squeeze while protecting your hand with a folded kitchen towel or an oven glove. Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
  • 2. Using a sharp serrated knife, cut each head of garlic crosswise in half, midway between its leaf and root ends, to expose all the cloves inside. Their pulp will be golden brown and as soft as butter. You can squeeze it out of each half by hand or scoop it out with a small spoon or knife. Transfer the roasted garlic to a small bowl, pour in any olive oil from the baking dish, and stir and mash with a fork to form a smooth purée. You'll have 1/3 to 1/2 cup of purée, depending on the size of the garlic heads.
  • 3. To make the Roasted Garlic Crostini, preheat the oven to 375° F. Brush the bread slices with the olive oil and arrange them on a baking sheet. Bake them until golden, 12 to 15 minutes. Remove them from the oven and let them cool to room temperature. Spread the puréed roasted garlic evenly on the tops of the crostini. Top the crostini with any of the options listed above, or make an assortment. Spread some with 1 tablespoon each of goat cheese; then decorate the cheese with strips of roasted bell pepper or a mixture of sun-dried tomato strips and capers, or a smear of tapenade. In place of the goat cheese, top others with diced tomato tossed with some fresh basil, a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes, and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar; with prosciutto and Parmesan cheese; with anchovy fillets and freshly ground black pepper; or with slices of Roma tomato and fresh mozzarella, topped with fresh basil leaves.

CROSTINI WITH TUNA TAPENADE



Crostini with Tuna Tapenade image

Provided by Ina Garten

Time 1h27m

Yield 36 appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 14

10 to 12 ounces canned or jarred Italian tuna packed in olive oil
2 teaspoons anchovy paste
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley, plus extra for garnish
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons minced garlic (2 cloves)
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
3 tablespoons good olive oil, plus extra for brushing bread
1/3 cup Italian mascarpone cheese
1/4 cup pitted and chopped kalamata olives
1 tablespoon drained capers
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
36 slices French bread, cut diagonally

Steps:

  • Drain all but a tablespoon of olive oil from the tuna and then flake the fish into the bowl of a food processor fitted with the steel blade. Add the anchovy paste, thyme, parsley, lemon zest, and garlic and pulse a few times. Add the lemon juice, 3 tablespoons of olive oil, and the mascarpone and process until almost smooth. Add the olives, capers, salt, and pepper and pulse just to incorporate. Transfer the mixture to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, heat a gas or charcoal grill or preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Brush the bread lightly on one side with olive oil. Grill the crostini on both sides until lightly browned or arrange the bread on a sheet pan and bake for 6 to 8 minutes. Allow to cool slightly.
  • Mound the tapenade on each toast, sprinkle with parsley, and serve.

PROSCIUTTO AND BRIE CROSTINI



Prosciutto and Brie Crostini image

Top slices of baguette with Brie and broil. Then add honey and prosciutto for a creamy, sweet and savory toast.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 baguette, sliced diagonally into 1/4-inch slices (about 40 slices)
8 ounces Brie cheese
2 tablespoons honey
4 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto, cut crosswise into 1/3-inch-wide ribbons (about 6 slices),
Finely chopped fresh thyme leaves, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat the broiler. Line a baking sheet with foil.
  • Arrange the baguette slices on the prepared baking sheet. Cut the Brie into 1/4-inch-thick slices and put 1 slice on each piece of baguette. Broil until the cheese is melted, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Drizzle the toasts with the honey and then top with some prosciutto and a sprinkle of thyme leaves if using.

FIG, GOAT CHEESE, AND PROSCIUTTO CROSTINI



Fig, Goat Cheese, and Prosciutto Crostini image

Get ready to nosh on crispy crostini topped with fresh figs, creamy goat cheese, and prosciutto.

Provided by Bonne Maman

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 loaf fresh baguette (cut into 12 slices)
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 ounces goat cheese, plain, at room temperature
12 tablespoons Bonne Maman Fig Preserves
12 slices of prosciutto
Fresh arugula

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Slice 12 ½-inch slices of bread from the baguette. Place on a baking sheet, and brush generously with the olive oil. Sprinkle a little salt if desired on each slice.
  • Bake for about 10 mins, or until crisp and slightly golden. Remove from oven and cool slightly.
  • Spread goat cheese on each crostini. Spread about a tablespoon of Bonne Maman Fig Preserves on top of the goat cheese.
  • Fold the slices of prosciutto neatly and place on top of each crostini.
  • Lay fresh arugula leaves on top of each crostini to taste.

PEA PESTO CROSTINI



Pea Pesto Crostini image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     appetizer

Time 12m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (10-ounce) package frozen peas, defrosted
1 garlic clove
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus extra for seasoning
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus extra for seasoning
1/3 cup olive oil
8 (1/2-inch thick) slices whole-grain baguette or ciabatta bread, preferably day-old, * see Cook's Note
1/3 cup olive oil
8 cherry tomatoes, halved or 1 small tomato, diced

Steps:

  • For the pea pesto: Pulse together the peas, garlic, Parmesan, 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper in a food processor. With the machine running, slowly add the olive oil until well combined, about 1 to 2 minutes. Season with additional salt and pepper, if needed. Transfer to a small bowl and set aside.
  • For the crostini: Preheat a stovetop griddle or grill pan on medium-high heat. Brush both sides of the sliced bread with olive oil and grill until golden, about 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer the bread to a clean surface and spread 1 to 2 tablespoons of the prepared pesto on each slice.
  • Top with tomato halves and serve.
  • *Cook's note: If you don't have day-old bread on hand, you can dry out fresh bread by putting the slices in a preheated 300 degree F oven until slightly crisp, about 5 minutes.

BEEF AND BLUE CHEESE CROSTINI



Beef and Blue Cheese Crostini image

These little gems are easy, impressive and delicious. They are ridiculously easy and inexpensive to make. Seriously, you will look like a total rock star when you serve these! -Mandy Rivers, Lexington, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 French bread baguette (10-1/2 ounces)
Cooking spray
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
2 tablespoons minced chives
1 tablespoon horseradish
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/4 pounds shaved deli roast beef
1/3 cup crumbled blue cheese
Additional minced chives

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Cut baguette into 36 slices. Place on ungreased baking sheets. Spritz with cooking spray. Sprinkle with pepper. Bake until lightly browned, 4-6 minutes., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine sour cream, chives, horseradish and salt. Top toasts with beef; dollop with sour cream mixture. Sprinkle with cheese and additional chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 48 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 176mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CARAMELIZED ONION AND GOAT CHEESE CROSTINI



Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Crostini image

Caramelized onions topped with cheese and served on French bread! Relish a crispy appetizer ready in an hour.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 1h

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
2 medium sweet onions, thinly sliced (about 2 cups)
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
24 slices (1/4-inch thick) French bread baguette
Nonstick cooking spray
1 package (4 oz) chèvre (goat) cheese, softened
1 package (3 oz) cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme or oregano leaves

Steps:

  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Stir in onions; cook uncovered 10 minutes, stirring every 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in salt, brown sugar, and vinegar. Cook 30 to 35 minutes longer, stirring every 5 minutes, until onions are deep golden brown (onions will shrink during cooking). Cool slightly.
  • Heat oven to 325°F. Place bread slices on ungreased cookie sheet; spray lightly with non-stick cooking spray. Bake 6 to 9 minutes or until crispy.
  • Meanwhile, in small bowl, combine goat cheese and cream cheese; blending until smooth; set aside.
  • Place 1 teaspoon caramelized onions onto each bread slice; top with 1 rounded teaspoon cheese mixture. Sprinkle with herbs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 180 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

CHILLED AVOCADO-CUCUMBER SOUP WITH CROSTINI



Chilled Avocado-Cucumber Soup with Crostini image

If you're a gazpacho fan try this, its verdant cousin, packed with refreshing cucumbers, cilantro, and scallions, plus avocados for dairy-free creaminess. Pop the ingredients in the blender, chill, and serve this cool soup with a platter of good ham, jammy eggs, blanched asparagus, and crisp crostini for DIY tartines.

Provided by Shira Bocar

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 1h35m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 English cucumbers, peeled and chopped
2 avocados, halved, pitted, and peeled
2 scallions, chopped
1 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves
1 jalapeño, seeds removed for less heat if desired
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 baguette, cut on the bias into 1/4-inch-thick slices
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
4 large eggs
6 ounces thinly sliced ham

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine cucumbers, avocados, scallions, cilantro, jalapeño, lime juice, and 1 cup water; blend until smooth. Season with salt and stir in up to 1/4 cup more water until consistency is like that of heavy cream. Refrigerate until chilled, at least 1 hour and up to 6 hours.
  • Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350°F. Arrange baguette slices on a rimmed baking sheet. Brush both sides with oil; season with salt and pepper. Bake until golden, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Prepare an ice-water bath. Bring a pot of generously salted water to a boil. Add asparagus; cook until bright green and tender, 2 to 3 minutes, depending on thickness. Transfer to a plate; let cool slightly.
  • Return water to a boil; gently lower in eggs with a slotted spoon and cook 7 minutes. Transfer to ice bath and let stand 5 minutes. Peel and halve eggs; season to taste.
  • Ladle soup into bowls and drizzle with oil. Serve with crostini, asparagus, eggs, and ham.

ROASTED TOMATO, AVOCADO, AND FRESH MOZZARELLA CROSTINI



Roasted Tomato, Avocado, and Fresh Mozzarella Crostini image

Roasted tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and avocado are layered on toasted bread in this quick and easy crostini recipe everyone loves.

Provided by Julie Hubert

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Canapes and Crostini Recipes

Time 59m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 vine-ripened tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch slices
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided
sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons butter
8 diagonally sliced pieces baguette
1 clove garlic, halved
8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 8 thin slices
1 large avocado - halved, pitted, and thinly sliced
½ small lemon
¼ cup roughly chopped fresh dill
1 pinch flaked salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Arrange tomato slices on the baking sheet and top with about 3 tablespoons olive oil, sea salt, and pepper.
  • Roast in the preheated oven until tomatoes are wilted, wrinkly, and scorched in some places, 25 to 30 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Place bread slices in the skillet and cook until crisp and golden in parts, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
  • Remove bread from skillet and rub garlic onto each slice; sprinkle sea salt over bread.
  • Layer mozzarella cheese on the toasted bread and top with avocado slices. Sprinkle sea salt over avocado and squeeze lemon over it. Top with roasted tomatoes and dill. Drizzle remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over crostini and sprinkle with flaked salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278.3 calories, Carbohydrate 14.3 g, Cholesterol 29.9 mg, Fat 21.5 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 253.6 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

ARTICHOKE AND BEAN CROSTINI



Artichoke and Bean Crostini image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     appetizer

Time 49m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Vegetable cooking spray
4 very thin slices prosciutto
12 (1/4-inch thick) slices rustic country bread
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
1 (12-ounce) package frozen artichoke hearts, thawed
1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup grated Pecorino Romano
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil leaves
1 teaspoon lemon zest
3 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Put an oven rack in the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Spray a baking sheet with vegetable cooking spray
  • Lay the prosciutto in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10 to 12 minutes until crispy. Set aside to cool for 10 minutes.
  • On another baking sheet, arrange the bread slices in a single layer. Using a pastry brush, brush the bread with 1/4 cup of the oil. Bake until golden, about 12 to 15 minutes.
  • In a food processor, combine the artichoke hearts, beans, cheese, basil, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Pulse until the mixture is chunky. With the machine running, slowly add the remaining 1/4 cup of olive oil. Spoon the artichoke mixture onto the crostini. Crumble the prosciutto and sprinkle on top. Drizzle with oil and serve.

ARTICHOKE-PARMESAN CROSTINI



Artichoke-Parmesan Crostini image

This is a scrumptious appetizer for a weekend dinner.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers     Finger Food Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 slices (1/4 inch thick) baguette
2 tablespoons olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 jar (6 1/2 ounces) marinated artichoke hearts, drained, rinsed, and patted dry
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish (optional)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Make crostini: Brush baguette slices on both sides with a total of 1 tablespoon oil; season with salt and pepper. Place on a baking sheet, and bake, turning over once, until golden, 10 to 12 minutes. Cool.
  • Meanwhile, make topping: Finely chop artichokes, and combine in a bowl with Parmesan, parsley, and remaining tablespoon oil.
  • Dividing evenly, spoon topping onto crostini, and garnish with additional Parmesan, if desired.

HOT CRAB CROSTINI



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Creamy hot crab dip tastes great on top of crunchy baguette slices. Serve it to guests in 30 minutes!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 French baguette, cut into 1/4-inch slices (24 slices)
1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, well drained and flaked
1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, well drained
2 ounces shredded Swiss cheese (1/2 cup)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chive and onion cream cheese spread (from 8-ounce container)
1/4 teaspoon red pepper sauce
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°. Place bread slices on large ungreased cookie sheet. Brush tops lightly with oil. Bake 3 to 5 minutes or until crisp and very light brown.
  • Meanwhile, mix remaining ingredients except chives in medium bowl. Spread 1 rounded table-spoonful crabmeat mixture on each bread slice.
  • Bake about 5 minutes or until filling is hot and cheese is melted. Sprinkle with chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Appetizer, Sodium 260 mg

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