Mozzarella Crostini

Lvs2Cook's Note:

A very simple to make and delicious to eat appetizer. The recipe is originally from Southern Living.

• Total Time: 27 mins
• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Cook Time: 7 mins

Ingredients:

Yield: 36 slices

• 1 loaf unsliced Italian bread, about 16 ounce loaf
• 1/3 cup olive oil
• 1 garlic clove, finely chopped
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 cup sliced green onion
• 5 -7 plum tomatoes, cut into 36 slices
• 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Directions:

1. Cut bread into 36 slices.
2. Place on an aluminum foil lined baking sheet.
3. Bake at 400º for 5 minutes or until lightly browned.
4. Combine olive oil and next 3 ingredients and brush on bread slices.
5. Top evenly with sliced green onions and one or two tomato slices.
6. Sprinkle evenly with cheese.
7. Bake for 5 to 7 minutes or until cheese is melted.
8. If desired, garnish with green onions slices.

Reviews

[Chef #543631]

A big hit at our 4th of July party - esp. since there were plenty of servings, just right for our 4 adults and 4 kids. I found it a bit bland, so might use diced tomatoes and more garlic/cheese next time. thanks so much!

[RedSoxsNation #33fan]

I made these for Thanksgiving to hold us over until the Turkey was ready. I was asked to make more for dinner. Before I chopped the garlic up, I cut it in half, and rubbed the bread with it to get more garlic flavor on the bread itself. Came out great. Thank you for posting this!