Tomato, Fresh Herbs and Feta Crostini for Mother’s Day
May 06, 2011
Since Mother’s Day is this weekend, I thought I would share a super easy recipe from my new cookbook, “400 Best Sandwiches: From Burgers & Classics to Wraps & Condiments”. These Tomato, Fresh Herbs and Feta Crostini would be considered an open-face sandwich and a simple spring appetizer that is pretty, fresh and versatile with a brunch, lunch or dinner menu. I am making this recipe today along with 4 other recipes on Nashville’s Newschannel 5 “Talk of the Town”. My television segment will air at 11 a.m. central as well as on Comcast channel 50 at 12 p.m., 4 p.m. on Friday and 9 a.m. on Monday. I hope everyone has a great weekend and Mother’s day celebration.
Tomato, Fresh Herbs and Feta Crostini
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons Italian flat-leaf parsley
1/2 cup olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
8 to 10 baguette slices (about 1/2-inch-thick)
5 plum (Roma) tomatoes, thinly sliced
2. In a small bowl, combine feta, basil and parsley. Set aside.
3. In a separate bowl, stir together olive oil, garlic and pepper. Brush oil mixture evenly over each bread slice. Place on a large baking sheet. Bake in preheated oven 5 minutes or until lightly toasted. Remove from oven and top with tomatoes slices. Spoon basil mixture on top of tomato slice and serve immediately.
Leave a comment | 11 Comments »
Recent Posts
Easy Pork Fajitas for Cinco De Mayo
It’s been a wild week in Alabama. So many heartbreaking stories and scenes of destruction just a mile or so away. We are very lucky even though it’s 6 days and no power. Work and life continues, and I’m headed
Chipotle-Spiced Pork: 5 Ingredients, 10 Minutes
Friends have been asking me what they can make for dinner since they often get in a rut and need new ideas. I know they want recipes that are simple, light and tasty. I love using thinly sliced pork loin
5 Ingredient Appetizer: Fig and Walnut Chutney
In honor of the “Oscars” tonight, here’s a simple and quick appetizer recipe that is sure to please. With only 5 ingredients, This Fig and Walnut Chutney is awesome served with sliced apples, grapes, crackers and Gorgonzola cheese. In under
Hot Artichoke Dip with Black Eyed Peas
Artichoke Dip is just about everyone’s favorite appetizer recipe, and I am always looking for ways to turn and twist it to make it different. This Black-Eyed Pea-Artichoke Dip combines artichokes, bacon, black eyed peas, Greek yogurt, reduced-fat mayonnaise and
25 Minute Appetizer: Buffalo Chicken Dip
When I was thinking of recipe ideas for my upcoming Super Bowl television cooking segment (this Friday on NBC “Daytime Alabama”), I asked a close friend and assistant, Nancy, what she likes to serve for her Super Bowl parties (she
Super Bowl Appetizer and Party Tips: Brie with Sun-dried Tomatoes and Basil
One week from today is the Super Bowl, one of the most fun sporting events of the year. I filmed a Super Bowl television cooking segment for NBC “Daytime Alabama” which will air next week, making four easy appetizers. This