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    0 Nov 19, 2010 Easy  |   Jump to Recipe

    KK101: Crostini

    Crostini

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    Crostini, Italian for “little toasts”, are made by thinly slicing a baguette, topping with olive oil and seasonings and toasting until crispy and golden brown.  These toasts are a perfect base for a wide variety of appetizers.  Serve beside various meats and cheeses as an alternative to crackers.  Top with creamy hummus, toasted pine nuts, chopped parsley and a drizzle of olive oil for a Mediterranean appetizer.  Layer a slice of beef tenderloin, horseradish cream and pickled onions atop one of these crostini for an elegant hors d’oeuvre.  The possibilities are endless.

    Equipment needed:

    Serrated knife
    Baking sheet
    Brush

    Serrated Knife, Baking Sheet and Brush

    French Baguette, Flaky Sea Salt, Black Pepper and Extra Virgin Olive Oil

    Crostini

    Crostini Recipe

    by Brandon
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    Servings 24 crostini

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 French baguette
    • Extra virgin olive oil
    • Flaky sea salt or kosher salt
    • Freshly ground black pepper

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat your broiler on high. Position an oven rack below the broiler, but make sure you leave enough room to fit your baking sheet.
    • Slice the French baguette on a bias (diagonal) with a ¼-inch thickness. Slicing the bread on a bias not only looks prettier, it also gives your crostini more surface area (needed to hold more cheese, dip, etc.).
    • Lay the baguette slices flat on a baking sheet leaving approximately a ½-inch of space in between each slice. Using a brush, spread extra virgin olive oil evenly over the top side of each slice. You want each piece to be coated in olive oil, but not swimming in it.
    • Sprinkle each slice with some flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
    • Transfer the baking sheet underneath the broiler and cook until golden brown and crispy. Cooking time can vary, so make sure you keep a constant eye on the crostini. I’ve ruined many batches of crostini by leaving them unattended!
    • Crostini can be served warm or at room temperature.
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    Categories: Easy Tags: baguette, black pepper, olive oil, sea salt

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    1. Tony T says

      December 2, 2010 at 3:45 pm

      This is pretty much a staple in my house. Simple things are always better 🙂 Do you add any toppings at all? I like to top with finely diced tomatoes, onion and basil.

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    2. eatgreek.net says

      December 2, 2010 at 4:22 pm

      these look delicious!!! 😀

      Reply
    3. Tes says

      December 2, 2010 at 4:52 pm

      Your crostini looks really amazing! It sounds delicious and very simple to make. Thanks for sharing the recipe and tips 🙂
      I love the photos in your blog. They are very stunning!

      Reply
    4. Kita says

      December 2, 2010 at 11:00 pm

      These look beautiful as usual. Id love to put out some cronstini for appetizers at the holiday party.

      Reply
    5. Becky says

      December 3, 2010 at 1:25 am

      We make these all the time for appetizers. they are s versatile. You can make Bruschetta with them, use artichoke spread, caramelized onions and balsamic vinegar, endless possibilities.

      Reply
    6. Gay says

      December 3, 2010 at 9:54 am

      Hey, it’s that simple to make a crostini! And your knife looks fierce 🙂

      Reply
    7. Amy Bakes Everything says

      December 3, 2010 at 11:53 am

      Beautiful pics! I love love love crostini!

      Reply
    8. Stanislav says

      December 4, 2010 at 11:15 pm

      Simple and gorgeous. You have beautiful pictures and simple and comprehensive instructions.

      Reply
    9. Shirley says

      December 14, 2010 at 6:54 pm

      Those are beautiful even without toppings! My favorite way to eat them is in the summer, topped with a slice of fresh garden tomato, fresh mozzarella, and a basil leaf. Nothing better.

      Reply
    10. Brandon Matzek says

      December 15, 2010 at 3:05 pm

      @Tony T I usually have some sort of topping or dip available for these Crostini; however, they are delicious on their own 🙂

      @Shirley There is something about the tomato, basil and mozzarella combination that is just pure perfection!

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