PESTO BRUSCHETTA
My daughter came up with this recipe and I'm asked for a copy of it every time I make it. It's easy to switch up the flavor by using different types of pesto. -Shirley Dickstein, Parma, Idaho
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 20m
Yield 29 appetizers.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Arrange bread slices on an ungreased baking sheet. Spread with pesto; top with tomatoes and cheese. Broil 4 in. from the heat for 3-5 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 196mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
PEA AND MINT PESTO CROSTINI
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories appetizer
Time 10m
Yield about 16 crostini
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- For the pea pesto:
- Add the peas, Parmesan, garlic, fresh mint, and salt and pepper in a food processor and pulse to combine. With the machine running, slowly add the olive oil until well combined, about 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl and set aside.
- For the crostini:
- Preheat a stovetop griddle or grill pan on medium-high heat. Brush both sides of the bread with olive oil and grill until golden, about 1 to 2 minutes.
- Transfer the bread to a clean surface and spread 1 to 2 tablespoons of the prepared pesto on each slice. Top with 2 tomato halves and transfer to a serving platter before serving.
- *Cooks Note: If you don't have day-old bread on hand, you can dry out fresh bread by putting the slices in a preheated 300 degree F oven until slightly crisp, about 5 minutes.
PEA PESTO CROSTINI
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories appetizer
Time 12m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- For the pea pesto: Pulse together the peas, garlic, Parmesan, 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper in a food processor. With the machine running, slowly add the olive oil until well combined, about 1 to 2 minutes. Season with additional salt and pepper, if needed. Transfer to a small bowl and set aside.
- For the crostini: Preheat a stovetop griddle or grill pan on medium-high heat. Brush both sides of the sliced bread with olive oil and grill until golden, about 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer the bread to a clean surface and spread 1 to 2 tablespoons of the prepared pesto on each slice.
- Top with tomato halves and serve.
- *Cook's note: If you don't have day-old bread on hand, you can dry out fresh bread by putting the slices in a preheated 300 degree F oven until slightly crisp, about 5 minutes.
PESTO CROSTINI
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
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.
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