Crostini - toasted bread for toppings and dunking
Total Time
15 minutes
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
10 minutes
Rating
5 out of 5 stars
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Ingredients
2 servings
- 1 crusty baguette (, thin)
- salt
- 1 - 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (depends how many crostini you're making)
- 1 garlic clove (, halved (for rubbing, optional)
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Preparation
Step 1
Slice bread:
Step 2
Small crostini (for canapes) - slice bread 0.5cm / 1/4-inch thick on the diagonal.
Step 3
Large crostini (for serving on the side of dishes) - Cut on a diagonal, 1cm / 1/3" thick.
Step 4
Bake:
Step 5
Preheat oven (all types):- Small crostini to 160°C/325°F- Large crostini to 180°C/350°F
Step 6
Brush olive oil lightly on bread, sprinkle with a bit of salt. Flip and repeat. Bake 10 minutes, turning halfway, or until fully crispy.
Step 7
Rub bread lightly on one side with cut face of garlic. Use warm if serving with a dish, or cool if piling on toppings.
Step 8
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