Crostini Appetizers Food

EASY CROSTINI PARTY APPETIZER RECIPES

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 375º. Slice the baguette diagonally into 1/2" slices. Lightly brush both sides of the baguette slices with olive oil, using a pastry brush. Season both sides with salt and pepper. Bake 10 minutes, flip the slices and bake another 8 minutes until golden. Serve warm, or store in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
• For the Mushroom Bacon Crostini
• Saute the mushrooms in a small amount of olive oil until they are tender.
• Spread the cheese on baguette slices, top with the cooked mushrooms, crumbled bacon, and add a small sprig of fresh thyme.
• For the Cheddar Prosciutto Crostini
• Spread 1 tbsp of the cheese on each baguette slice. Arrange the halved grape tomatoes and slices of prosciutto and garnish with the fresh basil.
• For the Avocado Shrimp Crostini
• Spread 1 tbsp of the cheese on each baguette slice. Mash the avocado and mix in a bit of lemon juice to keep it from going brown. Add it to the top of the cheese, and layer with a single shrimp. Add some cracked black pepper and a sprig of fresh cilantro.
• For the Rosemary Pear Crostini
• Spread 1 tbsp of the cheese on each baguette slice. Layer the cheese with two thin slices of pear. Add a half tbsp of raspberry preserves and a single pecan half. Add some sea salt and a few leaves of fresh rosemary to garnish.
• Enjoy!

THREE CHEESE CROSTINI APPETIZER

Steps:

• Position an oven rack 5 to 6 inches from the broiler element. Preheat the broiler to high. Line a baking sheet with heavy-duty aluminum foil.
• In a small bowl gently toss the tomatoes, shallots, 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil and vinegar together. Spread out the mixture on the prepared baking sheet. Set the baking sheet on a rack under the broiler element. Broil until the tomatoes begin to show a few black spots, about 4 minutes with oven door closed. Turn the mixture, using a spatula, and broil 3 minutes longer with the oven door closed. Remove from the oven and transfer the mixture with a slotted spoon to a small bowl; set the bowl aside until needed. Retain the broiler heat on high.
• While the tomatoes are broiling, combine the ricotta, blue cheese, pesto, 1/2 teaspoon salt, lemon juice and lemon peel in a medium bowl.
• Arrange the baguette slices on a large baking sheet and brush with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Put the baking sheet on the rack under the broiler element and broil until golden, about 1 minute or so per side, watching carefully. Remove from oven.
• To assemble, season the tomato mixture with remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and peppercorns, then stir in the basil. Spread some of the ricotta mixture over each crostini. Top with the tomato/onion mixture, then sprinkle with shredded cheese, dividing all the ingredients equally among the slices. Transfer to a serving plate and serve.

SIMPLE CROSTINI

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.

CROSTINI

Steps:

• Set the oven to broil at 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
• In a small saucepan, combine the olive oil, butter and garlic. Set over medium heat, and cook until butter has melted and the mixture starts to bubble. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from the heat.
• Dip each slice of bread into the garlic mixture, turning to coat each side. Place Parmesan cheese on a plate. Press one side of each piece of bread into the cheese, and place cheese side up on a baking sheet.
• Broil on the middle rack of the preheated oven for about 8 minutes, or until golden brown.

EASY PIZZA CROSTINI APPETIZER

Steps:

• Heat oven to 375 F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper or foil. Arrange the baguette slices on the prepared baking sheet. Brush each slice of bread with olive oil and rub them with garlic halves. Alternatively, brush them with a garlic-flavored olive oil.
• Serve the crostini with fresh grated Parmesan cheese or warm pizza sauce on the side.

14+ CROSTINI TOPPING RECIPES: BLACKBERRY BURRATA MINT CROSTINI

Steps:

• Pre-heat oven to 375°F. Spread baguette slices on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil (don't drench them, dry areas are ok) and sprinkle with salt as desired. Flip slices over and repeat so both sides are lightly covered with oil. Bake for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Once toasted, remove from pan and set aside.
• Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix together mint, lemon, olive oil, and a pinch of salt (to taste).
• Layer the following on top of each toasted crostini: 1-2 tablespoons of burrata, freshly ground black pepper, a pinch of salt flakes, 3-4 blackberries, a drizzle of the mint mixture, and a drizzle of honey. Top with additional mint leaves and salt flakes as desired. Serve immediately.

EASY HOMEMADE CROSTINI (WITH TOPPING SUGGESTIONS)

Steps:

• Heat the oven to 425º F.
• Place either parchment or a silicone mat on a baking sheet. This makes cleanup much easier.
• Slice the bread on a diagonal about ½ of an inch thick. Place them ln the baking sheet.
• Brush each slice with olive oil.
• Place in the oven. Bake until nicley toasted (about 6-8 minutes).
• Remove from oven. Top with your desired crostini toppings.
• Transfer to a serving platter and ENJOY!

CROSTINI 8 WAYS

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 400°F.
• Place the sliced baguette pieces in an even layer on a baking sheet.
• Brush the baguette slices with olive oil.
• Place in the oven for 5-7 minutes, or until lightly brown and crispy.
• Spread the hummus on the crostini.
• Top with sun dried tomatoes, feta cheese crumbles, a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of dried oregano.
• Place a slice of mozzarella cheese on the crostini.
• Top with a piece of sliced prosciutto, sliced cherry tomatoes, chopped fresh basil and a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
• Place a slice of brie cheese on the crostini.
• Top with a piece of sliced prosciutto, chopped pistachios and a drizzle of honey.
• Spread goat cheese on a crostini.
• Top with chopped dates, chopped pistachios & a drizzle of maple syrup.
• Spread goat cheese on a crostini.
• Top with a slice of salame, sliced figs and 2-3 drops of truffle oil.
• Spread goat cheese on a crostini.
• Top with a fresh sliced jalapeno, blackberry and drizzle of honey.
• Place a piece of brie on a crostini.
• Top with hot pepper jam.
• Place a slice of mozzarella cheese on a crostini.
• Top with basil pesto and crushed red pepper flakes.