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Crostini

Crispy Italian toasts, crostini are traditionally browned over a wood-burning fire to kiss them with smoke. Less romantic, but easier, we toast them in the oven.

Preheat the oven to 400° F. Cut a French baguette into ¼- to ½-inch-thick slices. Lightly brush olive oil on both sides of each bread slice. Arrange the slices in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake for about 2 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown but not firm all the way through.

Here are a few simple ideas to get you started:

  • spread with goat cheese; top with roasted red bell pepper strips and thinly sliced black olives
  • spread with guacamole; top with finely chopped red bell pepper and minced fresh cilantro
  • spread with hummus; top with thin tomato slices
  • spread with basil pesto; top with freshly ground pepper and shredded mozzarella cheese
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