Crostini, also known as “little crust” is simply a slice of baguette that’s been painted with extra virgin olive oil, sprinkled with seasonings, and toasted until it’s golden brown. It then becomes a vessel for all kinds of yummy toppings.

Your delicious French baguette will take on a whole new culinary use when you turn them into crostini. You can slice your fresh baguettes in advance, put them into a Ziplock bag and freeze for use anytime. When you’re ready, simply defrost the crostini slices, paint the tops with Extra Virgin Olive Oil and sprinkle just a bit of dried Herbs de Provence and a bit of sea salt then bake. Baking at high heat is key to keeping your crostini crisp. They are tasty on their own, but can be topped with all kinds of delicious combinations of meats, cheeses, or sweet and savory mixtures.

You’re gonna love it!

Prep Time: 25 Minutes

Serves: 4-6 (or as many as you make)

Recipe Ingredients:

1 French baguette
Sea Salt to taste (approximately 2 teaspoons is enough to cover slices from one baguette)
Herbs de Provence to taste (approximately 1 Tablespoon is enough to cover slices from one baguette)

Recipe Steps:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

Slice baguette in 1/4 inch slices on the bias (at a diagonal).

Spread slices out on a baking sheet.

Paint/baste bread slices with Extra Virgin Olive Oil using a basting brush (be sure to cover tops and edges completely for even crispness).

Season with a sprinkle of dried Herbs de Provence and a bit of sea salt.

Bake at 400 degrees until golden browned around edges (approx. 8 - 10 minutes).