PESTO CROSTINI

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Look no further when you're searching for an elegant appetizer that's easy to put together. A platter of these crostini will disappear quickly! -Diane Kaplan, Riverdale, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 20 appetizers.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 loaf (1 pound) French bread, cut into 1-inch slices
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 cup prepared pesto
3 small tomatoes, thinly sliced
1/2 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Place the bread slices on an ungreased baking sheet. Combine butter and garlic; spread over bread. , Broil 3-4 in. from the heat or until lightly browned. Cool slightly. Spread pesto over butter mixture; top with tomatoes and cheese. Broil 3-5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 288mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

ivan Richards
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These crostini were a bit too oily for my taste, but they were still good.


Daniel Montlonye
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I'm not a big fan of pesto, but I really enjoyed these crostini. The flavors were well-balanced and the bread was perfectly toasted.


Sharjeel Khan
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These crostini are the perfect way to use up leftover bread.


Brad paul
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I love how customizable this recipe is. You can use any type of bread or pesto that you like.


Mirvais amani
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These crostini are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


hone jan
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I've made these crostini several times and they're always a hit. They're the perfect appetizer or snack.


Babar Khan Daily Jinnah
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These crostini are a great way to add a pop of flavor to your next party or gathering.


Chelsey Ndukwu
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I made these crostini for a picnic and they were a big hit. They're easy to transport and they taste great at room temperature.


Gabriella Solomons
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These crostini are the perfect way to use up leftover pesto. They're also a great way to impress your guests.


Mwangi Charles
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I've used different types of bread and pesto, and it always turns out great.


Oladipupo Olayinka precious
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These crostini were a delicious and elegant appetizer. I served them at my last dinner party and they were a big hit.


Febie Hermoso
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I've never made crostini before, but this recipe made it so easy. I'm definitely going to make these again.


Bruh Teno
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These crostini were easy to make and turned out great! The pesto was flavorful and the bread was crispy.


Babajide Shode
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I'm not a big fan of pesto, but I really enjoyed these crostini. The flavors were well-balanced and the bread was perfectly toasted.


Omar Cihi
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I made these crostini for a potluck and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!


Sayed Jan
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These crostini were the perfect finger food for my party. They were gone in minutes!


bush Benard
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I love how simple and quick this recipe is. I always have pesto and bread on hand, so it's a great option for a last-minute appetizer or snack.


Ramesh Ramesh
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This pesto crostini recipe was a hit at my last party! The flavors were amazing and the crostini were so easy to make. I'll definitely be making these again.