GOAT CHEESE-PESTO CROSTINI

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Guests will think you fussed over these elegant appetizers-but the recipe conveniently calls for jarred pesto.-Cindie Haras, Boca Raton, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 tablespoons olive oil
6 tablespoons prepared pesto
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 French bread baguette (10-1/2 ounces), cut into 24 slices
8 bacon strips, diced
1 package (4 ounces) herbed goat cheese
1/2 cup fresh arugula or baby spinach, finely chopped
3 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the oil, pesto and Parmesan cheese. Place bread slices on an ungreased baking sheet; brush with pesto mixture. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 3-4 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain. , Combine goat cheese and arugula; spread over bread. Sprinkle with bacon and pine nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 189mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Khamran Khan
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I can't wait to try these crostini with different types of pesto.


Ondela Mazungu
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These crostini are a great way to use up leftover goat cheese.


Brandy Edwards (MissHoneyB79)
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. These crostini are now one of my favorite appetizers.


Akyra Lones
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These crostini are so versatile. I've used them as an appetizer, a snack, and even a side dish.


Ammer Ambrocio
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I love how easy these crostini are to make. They're perfect for a quick and easy snack.


Blessing Malanda
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These crostini were the perfect appetizer for my dinner party.


Wanda Lowry
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I made these crostini for my friends and they raved about them. I will definitely be making them again.


Saugat Pdl
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These crostini were a little too bland for my taste. I would recommend adding some herbs or spices to the goat cheese mixture.


Faith Owino
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I'm not a big fan of goat cheese, but I loved these crostini. The pesto really balanced out the flavor.


Md Sonamoni
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These crostini were so addictive! I couldn't stop eating them.


Jay Dexter
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I made these crostini for a picnic and they were the perfect finger food.


Dulon Akter
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These crostini were a bit too dry for my taste. I would recommend adding a little bit of olive oil to the bread before baking.


Babo Jaan
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I didn't have any pesto on hand, so I used sun-dried tomato spread instead. It was still delicious!


Mostak Ahmed
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These crostini were a little too salty for my taste, but otherwise they were great.


Aidan Valdivia
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I love the combination of goat cheese and pesto. These crostini are the perfect appetizer.


Elorm Naomi
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These crostini were so easy to make and they turned out so well! I will definitely be making them again.


MARSHUUH MARTIAN
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I made these crostini for a party and they were a hit! Everyone loved them.


Zembie meow
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This was a great recipe! The crostini were crispy and flavorful, and the goat cheese and pesto were a perfect match.