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How to Make Crostini

November 24, 2015 By Naomi Robinson | Bakers Royale 13 Comments

Here’s a fast and easy way breathe new life into stale bread!

How to Make Crostini via Bakers Royale

It happens to the best of us—you buy bread with the intent on finishing every last slice, but then you there you are, staring at a loaf of bread gone stale. Well don’t let that stale bread go to waste!

How to Make Crostini | Bakers Royale

You can quickly turn what would be waste into something that will keep up to 5 days longer, if stored properly.

My favorite way to upcycle stale bread is to turn it into crostini. Flavors and variations are endless, and only limited to what you have on hand. From there you have yourself a canvas to dip it, smear it or serve it alongside soup.

How to Make Crostini from Bakers Royale

For the version you see above, I used shredded Hot Buffalo Cheddar, for a little heat and zippiness. From there I finished with a sprinkling of parsley and Maldon salt.

There’s no hard and fast recipe for this, so to get started – heat your oven to 350 degrees F. Slice your bread 1/8 – 1/4 inch thick. Brush both sides with olive oil and season to taste with salt and pepper. Sprinkle your preferred cheese and herb on top. Bake for about 10 minutes, turn the crostini over and sprinkle with cheese and herb. Continue to bake for another 7-10 minutes until cheese is melted and crostini is golden brown along the edges. Cool completely and store in an airtight container at room temperature.

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For some variation try:

  • Parmesan + Rosemary
  • Smoked Gouda + Crushed deep fried sage
  • Fontina + Thyme

See how easy it is to stretch your  bread a few days longer or breathe new life into some stale bread?

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Comments

  1. Laura (Tutti Dolci) says

    November 24, 2015 at 2:35 pm

    Crostini is the best, and so perfect to have on hand at the holidays!

  2. Tieghan says

    November 24, 2015 at 8:02 pm

    This looks amazing!! All the cheese! Have a happy Thanksgiving!!

  3. sue|theviewfromgreatisland says

    November 25, 2015 at 7:50 am

    Yay, now I can make my own version of those insanely pricey crisps I get tempted by at the supermarket…love the photos!

  4. Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet says

    November 25, 2015 at 8:37 am

    Cheese and bread is all I need! Gorgeous. as always!

  5. Kari says

    November 25, 2015 at 2:17 pm

    I’m making a camembert appetizer and these would be perfect to go with it!
    Kari
    http://www.sweetteasweetie.com

  6. Julie @ Willow Bird Baking says

    November 25, 2015 at 7:17 pm

    These look soooo good! Perfect use for bread a bit past its prime.

  7. Gaby Dalkin says

    November 27, 2015 at 2:52 pm

    cheesy, toasty, crunchy bread! LOVE! Now all we need is a big bowl of tomato soup to go with it

  8. Loretta says

    November 27, 2015 at 4:38 pm

    Your recipes are great and your photography is insanely beautiful. Thanks for the inspiration.

  9. Lori @ RecipeGirl says

    November 28, 2015 at 7:57 am

    This is perfect for holiday parties!

  10. Allie | Baking a Moment says

    November 29, 2015 at 1:34 pm

    Such a smart idea! I’d love to snack on a few slices of this cheesy crostini!

  11. Susan says

    November 29, 2015 at 7:40 pm

    This is my favorite use for stale bread and even better to top it off with some cheese!

  12. Trish - Mom On Timeout says

    December 2, 2015 at 7:26 am

    The perfect appetizer for the holidays!

  13. sandra ovenden says

    September 26, 2020 at 9:45 am

    I have been looking for an alternative for pumpernickle for my spinach dip, this will be delicious

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