Mixed Crostini: Crostini Misti Recipe

Name: Mixed Crostini: Crostini Misti
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups dried cannellini beans, soaked overnight in water to cover; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus 4 tablespoons, plus 2 tablespoons, plus 2 tablespoons, plus 4 tablespoons,; 1 small red onion, finely diced; 2 red bell peppers, cored and seeded, and chopped into 1/2-inch dice; 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano leaves; Salt and pepper; 1/2 head cavolo nero or kale, stalks removed and roughly chopped; 1 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes; 1/4 pound prosciutto, cut into 1/4-inch dice; 1/2 pound porcinis or portobellos, stems removed; 4 sage leaves, cut into chiffonade; 2 leeks, cleaned and cut into 1/4-inch thick rings; 1/2 bunch mint, leaves only; 2 cloves garlic, crushed; 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary leaves, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 1 loaf Italian stirato, or baguette, cut into 1/2-inch slices, on bias

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups dried cannellini beans, soaked overnight in water to cover
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus 4 tablespoons, plus 2 tablespoons, plus 2 tablespoons, plus 4 tablespoons,
1 small red onion, finely diced
2 red bell peppers, cored and seeded, and chopped into 1/2-inch dice
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano leaves
Salt and pepper
1/2 head cavolo nero or kale, stalks removed and roughly chopped
1 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
1/4 pound prosciutto, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1/2 pound porcinis or portobellos, stems removed
4 sage leaves, cut into chiffonade
2 leeks, cleaned and cut into 1/4-inch thick rings
1/2 bunch mint, leaves only
2 cloves garlic, crushed
2 tablespoons fresh rosemary leaves, finely chopped
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 loaf Italian stirato, or baguette, cut into 1/2-inch slices, on bias

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["Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.", "In a 12 to 14-inch saute pan, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat.", "Add the red onion and cook for 5 minutes, until soft and translucent.", "Add the red peppers, thyme, and oregano and saute over high heat for five more minutes, until the peppers and onions are very soft.", "Remove from heat, season with salt and pepper and set aside.", "In the same 12 to 14-inch saute pan, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil until smoking.", "Add the cavolo nero and the pepper flakes and cook until wilted and soft, about 4 to 5 minutes.", "Remove the pan from the heat, place the cabbage mixture into a bowl, stir in prosciutto pieces, and set aside.", "Place the mushrooms on a sheet tray and drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil.", "Season with salt and pepper, place in oven and roast for 20 minutes.", "Remove from the oven and allow to cool.", "Chop the mushrooms into 1/4-inch cubes and place into a bowl with the juices that have exuded during cooking.", "Add the sage, season with salt and pepper, and set aside.", "In a 12 to 14-inch saute pan, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat until smoking.", "Add the leeks and cook, stirring occasionally, until the leeks are very soft and translucent, about 8 or 9 minutes.", "Remove from heat and allow to cool in a bowl.", "Tear the mint leaves by hand and add to leeks.", "Season with salt and pepper and set aside.", "Drain the soaked beans and cook, covered with fresh water, over high heat until the beans are very tender but not waterlogged.", "Drain the beans, allow them to cool slightly, then mash with a potato masher or fork, taking care not to ""whip"" them too much.", "Stir in the minced garlic, rosemary, balsamic vinegar, and 1/4 cup olive oil.", "Season with salt and pepper, add more oil if necessary to create a smooth texture, and set aside.", "Preheat the grill or broiler.", "Grill or toast bread for 2 minutes, until browned and firm.", "Taste each of the mixtures for seasoning and moisten any that may be dry with a little extra-virgin olive oil and a squeeze of a lemon.", "Top each piece of toast with a heaping tablespoon of any of the mixtures and serve immediately."]

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

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups dried cannellini beans, soaked overnight in water to cover, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus 4 tablespoons, plus 2 tablespoons, plus 2 tablespoons, plus 4 tablespoons,, 1 small red onion, finely diced, 2 red bell peppers, cored and seeded, and chopped into 1/2-inch dice, and more.

Yes, Mixed Crostini: Crostini Misti 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.

Mixed Crostini: Crostini Misti

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