Best Basil Pesto Bread Recipes
BASIL PESTO BREAD ROUNDS
A very easy, versatile recipe of a pesto topping on French bread slices. One of my most requested recipes! Great for potlucks or as an accompaniment to soup or salad meals. Try them with sun-dried tomato pesto!
Provided by Sherbg
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Canapes and Crostini Recipes
Time 18m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven on broiler setting. Arrange bread slices in a single layer on a cookie sheet. Place under broiler for 5 to 8 minutes, or until lightly toasted on one side. Watch carefully to ensure they don't burn. Remove from oven, and flip bread slices so that the toasted side is on the bottom.
- Set the oven temperature for 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, pesto, garlic, Parmesan and salt. Spread evenly over untoasted sides of bread slices.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 6 to 8 minutes. Set the oven to broil, and place the rounds under the broiler just until they begin to bubble and turn golden. Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 375.4 calories, Carbohydrate 33.8 g, Cholesterol 15.8 mg, Fat 22.1 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 11.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 648 mg, Sugar 1.7 g
BASIL PESTO BREAD
At a recent party our friends went wild over this. A simple pesto is spread on Italian bread and layered with roma tomatoes and cheese. It takes a little time, but it is worth it. I freeze the basil in ice cube trays, then put the cubes in freezer bags. You can easily take out and thaw what you need. Enjoy!
Provided by KBehrens2
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Canapes and Crostini Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a blender or food processor, puree the basil leaves, olive oil and garlic. Mix in the pine nuts and Parmesan cheese. Continue processing until desired consistency is reached.
- Preheat the broiler.
- Slice Italian bread to desired thickness. Spread a layer of pesto on each slice. Top with roma (plum) tomatoes and mozzarella cheese.
- Place topped bread slices in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Broil 5 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 194 calories, Carbohydrate 15.7 g, Cholesterol 10.1 mg, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 272.7 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
BASIL PESTO, TOMATO, CHEESE AND FRENCH BREAD MELT.
I used Bonnie Traynor's Basil Pesto recipe #8650 in this and it was absolutely excellent. This is a quick and zesty snack that I really enjoy.
Provided by Cocinero
Categories High In...
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cut french bread across the loaf or at a small angle, making your pieces and inch thick or even thicker.
- With a brush, lightly paint one side and the slice edges with olive oil.
- Spread a thin layer of Bonnie's Pesto on the slices. (or thick if you like).
- Arrange slices of tomato in the top of the slice to cover.
- Lightly salt and pepper.
- Either broil or use a toaster oven to quickly toast the tomato slices. The tomato will not be "cooked" but simply heated up a little.
- When they are almost done, remove and sprinkle to cover with the two cheeses mixed together. Return to toaster until cheese is melted.
- This is an excellent appetizer or side dish with anything italian.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 460.1, Fat 27.8, SaturatedFat 7.9, Cholesterol 27.7, Sodium 795.1, Carbohydrate 39.6, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 2.7, Protein 14.3
BASIL PESTO BREAD ROUNDS
This is a great recipe to make with prepared basil pesto, makes a great latenight snack or serve it with a pasta dinner. To save some time you can broil/toast the bread slices in advance. If you prefer a lot of topping on the rounds just double the pesto mixture.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 28m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Set oven to broil.
- Arrange the bread rounds/slices in a single layer on a cookie or baking sheet.
- Broil for about 6-7 minutes or until lightly toasted (watch closely that they do not burn).
- Remove then flip the slices so that the toasted side is on the bottom.
- Set oven to 350 degrees.
- In a small bowl mix together mayonnaise, pesto, garlic, Parmesan cheese and salt to taste.
- Divide and spread the mixture onto the untoasted tops of each bread slice, then sprinkle lightly with black pepper if desired.
- Bake for about 6-8 minutes, just until they bubble and turn golden.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 357.1, Fat 13.5, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 14.1, Sodium 775.2, Carbohydrate 48.7, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 2, Protein 10.8
BASIL PESTO BREAD
Steps:
- For the pesto, combine all ingredients in a food processor or blender. Puree until the mixture forms a smooth, thick paste. Slice the baguette lengthwise horizontally. Spread the pesto over the cut sides of the baguette and toast in the oven until crispy and golden.
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