Crostini Di Lenticchie Recipe

Name: Crostini Di Lenticchie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium onions chopped; 2 ribs celery chopped; 1 small carrots grated; 1 clove garlic minced; 1/2 each sweet red bell peppers chopped; 1 1/2 cups lentils; 3 1/2 cups chicken broth; 1/4 teaspoon basil crumbled; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 small bay leaves; 1 x bread, italian toasted; 1 x fontina cheese grated

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onions chopped
2 ribs celery chopped
1 small carrots grated
1 clove garlic minced
1/2 each sweet red bell peppers chopped
1 1/2 cups lentils
3 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon basil crumbled
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 small bay leaves
1 x bread, italian toasted
1 x fontina cheese grated

1
In a large sauce pan heat oil and saute chopped veggies until lightly browned, about 7 minutes.
2
Add lentils and broth and bring to a boil.
3
Reduce heat and add basil, salt, pepper and bay leaf.
4
Simmer until lentils are very soft, about 50 minutes.
5
Remove the bay leaf and puree in a food processor until very smooth.
6
Let cool to room temp.
7
Mound on lightly toasted Italian bread and sprinkle with Fontina Run under a preheated broiler until cheese is melted and bubbly.
8
The lentil puree keeps well, bring to room temp if refrigerated.

624

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 medium onions chopped, 2 ribs celery chopped, 1 small carrots grated, and more.

Yes, Crostini Di Lenticchie falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Crostini Di Lenticchie

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