25.
Crostini
Control Settings:
Temperature:
MAX
Function:
Toast
Rack Position:
Top
Rack Orientation:
Face Up
6 slices Italian or other crusty bread
6 slices tomato, roasted red or green peppers or pimiento
6 slices mozzarella, Fontina, or Havarti cheese
1. Toast the bread for 3 minutes and carefully remove from oven.
2. Spread each slice with about 1 tablespoon of pesto
(see recipe below).
3. Top each slice of bread with tomato or pepper, and then with
cheese.
4. Return to oven and toast for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is
melted and lightly browned.
Makes 6 open-faced sandwiches.
Pesto
1 c basil, parsley or spinach leaves, firmly packed
1 clove garlic
2 TBL grated Parmesan cheese
1 TBL pignoli nuts
1 TBL olive oil
In a food processor, combine all pesto ingredients until the greens
are chopped and the mixture is smooth.
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