Ingredients
Crostini are very easy to make and require only two ingredients.
Ciabatta. I love using ciabatta bread for crostini but baguette is also often used. Crostini is great to make with stale bread that needs using. Extra-virgin olive oil.
Toppings for crostini: I topped the crostini with whipped feta and my marinated tomatoes but here are a few more crostini topping ideas:
Basil pesto. Prosciutto. Cheese: Goat cheese, mozzarella, blue cheese, cream cheese, Fresh tomatoes. Smoked salmon. Olive tapenade. Balsamic glaze. Honey. Spinach artichoke dip.
How to make crostini
Slice Ciabatta bread into slices with a sharp serrated knife then brush with olive oil. Place the bread slices on a baking sheet then broil for a few minutes per side until crisp and golden. Alternatively you can cook the bread in a hot pan or skillet until toasted. To serve, top each crostini with a generous dollop of whipped feta and spread over the surface of the bread. Add a few marinated tomatoes and drizzle over a little of the marinade. Garnish with fresh basil and flaky sea salt before serving.
Can I make crostini ahead?
Crostini can be toasted and kept in an airtight container for up to 3 days. If the bread is a little soft, simply toast under a preheated broiler for a few minutes until crisp. You can use frozen bread for crostini so slice the bread you want to use and freeze then toast from frozen before topping with your favorite toppings.
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