Raisin Bread Crostini Recipe

Name: Raisin Bread Crostini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Snacks & Appetizers
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; ½ teaspoon garlic, finely minced; 6 slices raisin bread; 2 medium leeks, trimmed, white and light green parts; 2 teaspoons olive oil; ½ teaspoon garlic, finely minced; ½ cup kalamata olive, pitted and chopped (or other similar type olive); 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped (NOT dried); salt, to taste; pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
½ teaspoon garlic, finely minced
6 slices raisin bread
2 medium leeks, trimmed, white and light green parts
2 teaspoons olive oil
½ teaspoon garlic, finely minced
½ cup kalamata olive, pitted and chopped (or other similar type olive)
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped (NOT dried)
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste

1
Heat oven to 375 degrees.
2
CROSTINI: In a microwave safe container combine 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic.
3
Microwave on HIGH for 20 seconds to infuse the garlic.
4
Place the bread slices on a baking sheet and lightly brush top of the slices with the garlic oil infusion.
5
Bake the bread slices 6 minutes on each side or until toasted.
6
Remove from baking sheet and cool on wire rack.
7
Once cooled, cut diagonally into quarters.
8
TAPENADE: Cut the leeks lengthwise into quarters and rinse well.
9
Slice leeks crosswise into 1/8 inch thick pieces.
10
Heat 2 teaspoons of the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
11
Saute the leeks and garlic until softened, about 5 minutes.
12
Remove pan from heat and stir in the olives and basil.
13
Season mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
14
To serve, spoon approximately 1 rounded teaspoonful onto each crostini and arrange on a serving platter.
15
The tapenade can also be placed in a bowl for guests to serve themselves-toasted raisin crostini on the side.
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Crostini can be served warm or at room temperature.

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, ½ teaspoon garlic, finely minced, 6 slices raisin bread, 2 medium leeks, trimmed, white and light green parts, and more.

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

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Raisin Bread Crostini

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