**Crostini: A Journey Through Flavors**
Crostini, a classic Italian appetizer, takes center stage in this culinary adventure. These delightful open-faced canapés, featuring toasted baguette slices, promise a symphony of flavors. From the vibrant freshness of Caprese Crostini to the elegant simplicity of Avocado and Smoked Salmon Crostini, each recipe in this article offers a unique gustatory experience. Treat your taste buds to the luxurious Lobster and Shrimp Crostini or indulge in the rustic charm of Tomato and Basil Crostini. With a variety of vegetarian, seafood, and meat options, there's a crostini recipe to satisfy every palate. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey where every bite is a celebration of taste and artistry.
SIMPLE CROSTINI
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
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
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.
PEPPER-CRUSTED STEAK WITH HORSERADISH CREAM ON GRILLED GARLIC CROSTINI
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
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.
CROSTINI D'EMILY
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
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
CROSTINI WITH TUNA TAPENADE
Provided by Ina Garten
Time 1h27m
Yield 36 appetizers
Number Of Ingredients 14
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.
FIG, GOAT CHEESE, AND PROSCIUTTO CROSTINI
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
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.
BEEF AND BLUE CHEESE CROSTINI
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
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.
CROSTINI OF CHICKEN LIVER PATE WITH BALSAMIC ONIONS
Provided by Anne Burrell
Categories appetizer
Time 1h
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
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.
CROSTINI WITH MOZZARELLA AND TOMATO
I had this in an Italian Restaurant close to home. This is my version. Make extra because these little treats disappear rather quickly.
Provided by ELEANOR1052
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Canapes and Crostini Recipes
Time 18m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven's broiler. Brush the slices of bread lightly with olive oil, and place on a baking sheet. Toast under the broiler for about 3 minutes. Watch carefully. Rub each crostini with a garlic clove for flavor.
- Place the tomatoes into a medium bowl, and drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Place the crostini on a serving tray. Top each one with a slice of mozzarella cheese, cover with a spoonful of tomatoes, and garnish with fresh basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.9 calories, Carbohydrate 35.9 g, Cholesterol 44.6 mg, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 17.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 453 mg, Sugar 4 g
ARTICHOKE-PARMESAN CROSTINI
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
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.
ARTICHOKE AND BEAN CROSTINI
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories appetizer
Time 49m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
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.
ROASTED TOMATO, AVOCADO, AND FRESH MOZZARELLA CROSTINI
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
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
HOT CRAB CROSTINI
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
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
CARAMELIZED ONION AND GOAT CHEESE CROSTINI
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
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
CRAB CROSTINI WITH LEMON AND HERBS
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories appetizer
Time 15m
Yield 16 crostini
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- With a rubber spatula, mix together the creme fraiche, basil, chives, tarragon, olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice and salt in a medium bowl. Add the crabmeat and gently fold it into the herb dressing until the crab is coated and the herbs are evenly distributed. Top each crostini with a tablespoon of the crab mixture.
ALMOND-BACON CHEESE CROSTINI
For a change from the usual toasted tomato appetizer, try this baked crostini recipe. If you like, slice the baguette at an angle instead of making a straight cut. -Leondre Hermann, Stuart, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 45m
Yield 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place bread slices on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 400° until lightly browned, 8-9 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the cheese, mayonnaise, almonds, bacon, onion and salt. Spread over bread. Bake until cheese is melted, 7-8 minutes. Sprinkle with additional almonds if desired. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 160mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
OLIVE TAPENADE AND GOAT CHEESE CROSTINI
A good-quality jarred tapenade -- a salty olive paste -- makes these hors d'oeuvres a breeze to put together.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers Finger Food Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine tapenade, thyme leaves, walnuts, and currants. Spread 1 to 2 teaspoons goat cheese onto each crostini. Place 1 to 2 teaspoons olive mixture on top, and garnish each with thyme tips. Serve.
WHITE BEAN CROSTINI
A buttery bean puree showcasing the fresh flavors of garlic and thyme tops golden slices of French bread. The versatile appetizer never fails to win the approval of my guests.-Nancee Melin, Tucson, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 30m
Yield 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a food processor, combine the beans, 1/4 cup oil, garlic, salt and pepper. Cover and process until smooth. Add olives and thyme; process until blended. , Place bread on an ungreased baking sheet. Brush with remaining oil. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 1-2 minutes or until golden brown. Cool slightly. Spread each slice with 1 tablespoon bean mixture. Garnish with olives and thyme if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 76 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 122mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
MUSHROOM CROSTINI
This simple-to-make, hearty appetizer features goat cheese and wild mushrooms atop crisp baguette rounds.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers Finger Food Recipes
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Cut baguette crosswise into 12 quarter-inch thick slices; place on a baking sheet. Brush with oil; season with salt and pepper. Toast in the middle of oven until golden, 8 to 10 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add shallot; cook, stirring, until soft, about 3 minutes. Add mushrooms; cook, stirring occasionally, until tender and any juices have evaporated, 7 to 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Place a round of goat cheese on top of each crostini; top with a tablespoon of mushroom mixture. Sprinkle with chives. Serve warm.
GARLIC AND CHEESE CROSTINI
These toasts are topped with a light sprinkling of minced garlic, olive oil, and sharp Pecorino Romano before being baked. Garlicky and salty, they are a great accompaniment to cocktails.
Categories Bread Cheese Garlic Appetizer Bake Cocktail Party Vegetarian Quick & Easy Shower Engagement Party Party Gourmet Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 24 hors d'Oeuvres
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F with rack in middle.
- Arrange bread slices in 1 layer on a large baking sheet and brush tops with 3 tablespoons oil.
- Stir together remaining tablespoon oil, cheese, garlic, 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl. Sprinkle each slice with about 1 teaspoon cheese mixture, mounding it slightly.
- Bake until topping just starts to melt, 6 to 8 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley and kosher salt to taste. Serve warm.
Tips:
- Use a variety of toppings for your crostini to create different flavor combinations. Some popular options include: diced tomatoes, roasted red peppers, artichoke hearts, mushrooms, olives, and cured meats.
- Experiment with different types of bread for your crostini. A good, sturdy bread will hold up well to the toppings and won't get soggy.
- If you're short on time, you can use store-bought crostini or baguette slices. Just be sure to toast them before adding the toppings.
- Crostini are a great appetizer or snack, but they can also be served as a light meal. Just add a side salad or soup.
- Crostini can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Just be sure to cover them tightly so they don't dry out.
Conclusion:
Crostini are a delicious and versatile appetizer or snack that can be made with a variety of toppings. They're easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy bite to eat, give crostini a try.
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