Tomato-Basil Crostini | Schnucks

Tomato-Basil Crostini

Appetizers, Produce

This crostini recipe uses fresh tomatoes and basil to create a delicious appetizer that’s perfect for parties.

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This crostini recipe uses fresh tomatoes and basil to create a delicious appetizer that’s perfect for parties.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Roma tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • ½ cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp ground black pepper
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1 loaf Schnucks large French bread
  • ½ cup freshly shredded Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
  • Instructions

    1. In medium bowl, combine tomatoes, garlic, basil, salt, pepper and 1 tablespoon oil. Let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Makes about 2 cups.
    2. Place oven rack about 4" from source of broiler heat. Preheat broiler. Cut bread lengthwise in half; brush cut sides of bread with remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Cut each half crosswise into 6 equal pieces. Place bread in single layer on rimmed baking pan. Broil 1 minute or until lightly toasted.
    3. To serve, spoon tomato mixture onto each piece of bread. Sprinkle with cheese and garnish with basil leaves.

    Nutrition Facts

    157 Calories Per Serving

    FAT: 6G

    SATURATED FAT: 1G

    CHOLESTEROL: 2MG

    SODIUM: 379MG

    CARBOHYDRATES: 22G

    FIBER: 2G

    SUGARS: 5G

    Actual nutritional values may vary depending on specific ingredients used and/or modifications to the recipe.

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