Garlic and Cheese Crostini

Crispy baguette slices topped with a savory mixture of Pecorino Romano cheese, fresh garlic, and olive oil, finished with a sprinkle of parsley. These elegant appetizers are perfect for entertaining.

8 servings
23 min

Ingredients

  • 24 slices baguette slices
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ¾ cup Pecorino Romano
  • 5 cloves garlic
  • 1 to taste Kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons flat-leaf parsley

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Preheat oven to 350°F with rack in middle.

    5 min

  2. 2.

    Arrange bread slices in 1 layer on a large baking sheet and brush tops with 3 tablespoons oil.

    5 min

  3. 3.

    Stir together remaining tablespoon oil, cheese, garlic, 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl. Sprinkle each slice with about 1 teaspoon cheese mixture, mounding it slightly.

    5 min

  4. 4.

    Bake until topping just starts to melt, 6 to 8 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley and kosher salt to taste. Serve warm.

    8 min

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