CROSTINI WITH ROASTED RED PEPPER AND FETA

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From the April 2004 issue of Southern Living. I'm sure garbanzo beans would make a good substitute for the Northern beans. Original recipe called for jarred roasted peppers, but I chose to roast my own.

Provided by COOKGIRl

Categories     Breads

Time 30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 garlic cloves, unpeeled
4 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (15 ounce) can great northern beans, rinsed and drained
2 medium red bell peppers, roasted
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar (or tarragon vinegar)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
1 loaf French baguette
fresh Italian parsley (to garnish)

Steps:

  • To roast the garlic and red bell peppers, first arrange the garlic cloves on a piece of foil, drizzle with some olive oil and fold foil to seal. Next place the whole bell peppers on the baking sheet. Drizzle about 1/2 tablespoon olive oil onto the peppers, turning to coat. Roast for about 15-20 at 425°F Watch carefully!
  • Once the garlic and roasted bell peppers are done, set aside to cool. In a food processor, squeeze the garlic out of their skin. Next peel the bell peppers, remove seeds and stem, chop coarsely and add to processor. Add 2 tablespoons olive oil, beans, vinegar, salt, pepper and half of feta. Pulse about 5 or 6 times or until combined.
  • Cut bread into 24 slices (1/4") on the diagonal. Arrange the bread slices on the baking sheet, and brush with remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil.
  • Spread the bell pepper-bean mixture on one side of each slice of bread. Lastly, sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • Bake at 350°F for 5-7 minutes.
  • Garnish with Italian parsley and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.6, Fat 8.7, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 8.9, Sodium 469.8, Carbohydrate 30, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 1.4, Protein 7.8

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