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Crostini

Crostini

Cuisine:Italian

Course:Bread

10m prep 8m cook 18m ready

42 to 64 pieces Crostini are easy and quick to prepare and ideal for serving with dips and spreads. They can also be the base for canapés like Bruschetta with tomatoes and basil. Use any leftovers to make Croutons.

Ingredients

Servings:
  • 2 baguettes, about 3 inches in diameter and 16 inches long
  • Extra-virgin olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper

Let's Prepare

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  • 2 baguettes, about 3 inches in diameter and 16 inches long
  • Extra-virgin olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper

Let's Cook

  1. Step 1.

    Preheat the oven to 400°F. Cut crosswise into ¼- to ½-inch-thick slices: 2 baguettes, about 3 inches in diameter and 16 inches long

  2. Step 2.

    Place the slices on baking sheets and lightly brush one side of each slice with: Extra-virgin olive oil

  3. Step 3.

    Bake until lightly browned and toasted, 6 to 10 minutes. Rotate the pans front to back halfway through baking to ensure even toasting. Season to taste with: Salt and black pepper

  4. Step 4.

    Serve warm or at room temperature. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for several days.

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