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Italian Crostini for you to enjoy

A delicious Italian Crostini recipe for you to enjoy. Crostini are so lovely & simple. They are arguably one of the most simple party foods in the world.

Italian Crostini Recipe to enjoy

Italian Crostini are so lovely & simple. They are arguably one of the most simple party foods in the world.

Italian Crostini are a wonderful way to welcome guests into your home along with a glass of something delicious.

To begin:
Preheat oven to 180°C. Using slices of bread or baguette, brush extra virgin olive oil over one side.
Place on a baking tray & cook for 3-4 minutes. Flip the bread over & cook the other side for a further 3-4 minutes. Rub the bread with a clove of garlic that has been cut in half.

Crostini with labne or ricotta + pears & honey

Spread labne or ricotta over the warm crostini.

Top with thin slices of pear & a drizzle of honey. Top with a sprinkling of sea salt.

Crostini with labne or ricotta + minty peas

Blanch 1 cup of peas in boiling salted water. Drain.
You can do this next step by hand with a masher or pulse in a food processor.
Place the peas in a food processor & add 1 clove of crushed garlic.
Add approx. 2 tablespoons of fresh mint leaves, torn by hand. Add a tiny pinch of chilli flakes.
Add ¼ cup freshly grated parmesan & the juice of a lemon. Season with sea salt & freshly cracked black pepper. Add 1-2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil & pulse to combine.
Spread labne or ricotta over the warm crostini. Spoon the minted peas on top. Top with additional fresh mint, if desired.

Nellie

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