WHITE BEAN CROSTINI

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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

1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 garlic cloves, peeled
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons chopped ripe olives
2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons dried thyme
24 slices French bread baguette (1/2 inch thick)
Sliced ripe olives and additional fresh thyme, optional

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

Rj Daniels
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the creamy white beans and the crispy crostini. I will definitely be making this again.


Moeen U Din
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I'm not a big fan of white beans, but this recipe changed my mind. The beans are so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Zulfiquar Ali
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Rafaqat ali gill Rafaqat ali gill
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The white beans are creamy and flavorful, and the crostini are the perfect crispy base.


Di and MK R
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy meal. The white beans are creamy and flavorful, and the crostini are the perfect crispy base. I highly recommend this recipe.


Ali Bahadar
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are delicious. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Aayesha Khatoon
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The white beans are creamy and flavorful, and the crostini are the perfect crispy base. I highly recommend this recipe.


Janaka Dikwella
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the creamy white beans and the crispy crostini. I will definitely be making this again.


Anca Antoci
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I'm not a big fan of white beans, but this recipe changed my mind. The beans are so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Anondo Majumdar
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Blessing Onovorume
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The white beans are creamy and flavorful, and the crostini are the perfect crispy base.


Naseeb zeb
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy meal. The white beans are creamy and flavorful, and the crostini are the perfect crispy base. I highly recommend this recipe.


Johnnyboy Redelinghuys
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are delicious. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Muhammod Rony
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The white beans are creamy and flavorful, and the crostini are the perfect crispy base. I highly recommend this recipe.


Raffique Dogar
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the creamy white beans and the crispy crostini. I will definitely be making this again.


Albert Reut
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I'm not a big fan of white beans, but this recipe changed my mind. The beans are so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Skipi
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Tanim Hasan
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The white beans are creamy and flavorful, and the crostini are the perfect crispy base.


Haji Kasam
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This is a great recipe! I made it last night and it was a hit with my family.