Roasted Peppers & Cheese Crostini Recipe
Looking for an appetizer that’s guaranteed to wow your guests? This Roasted Peppers & Cheese Crostini brings a beautiful combination of savory flavors and textures that will delight all age groups. The crispy, buttered bread slices topped with earthy roasted bell peppers, melted mozzarella cheese, and a touch of seasoning make this dish an irresistible treat. Whether you’re hosting a casual get-together or an elegant dinner party, this crostini is a perfect choice to kick off your meal.
Cuisine: Italian
Course: Appetizer
Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| French Loaf | 1 loaf, cut into medium slices |
| Butter (Salted), softened | 2 tablespoons |
| Homemade Pizza And Pasta Sauce | 1 teaspoon |
| Extra Virgin Olive Oil | 1 teaspoon |
| Red, Yellow, and Green Bell Peppers (Capsicum), thinly sliced | 1 cup |
| Sweet Corn, kernels | 1/4 cup |
| Pickled Jalapenos | 2 tablespoons |
| Fresh Basil Leaves, roughly torn | A few leaves |
| Salt | To taste |
| Mozzarella Cheese | 1 cup |
| Mixed Herbs (Dried) | 2 teaspoons |
| Red Chilli Flakes | 2 teaspoons |
| Garlic Bread Spice Mix | 2 teaspoons |
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4-6
Instructions
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Prepare the ingredients:
Start by prepping all your ingredients and keeping them ready. If you have fresh sweet corn, cook it in a pressure cooker with a pinch of salt and water for 3-4 whistles. If using frozen corn, simply thaw and use it as needed. -
Roast the bell peppers:
Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced bell peppers (red, yellow, and green), sprinkle with a pinch of salt, and roast them for a few minutes until they’re soft but still retain a bit of bite. Turn off the heat and stir in the freshly chopped garlic, sweet corn kernels, pickled jalapenos, and fresh basil leaves. Give everything a good mix. The freshly added garlic provides a wonderful burst of flavor in the crostini. -
Preheat the oven:
Preheat your oven to 200°C (about 392°F) for the final baking stage. -
Prepare the crostini:
Slice the French loaf into 1/2-inch thick slices. Spread butter and a thin layer of homemade pizza and pasta sauce on each slice. Top with the roasted bell peppers, sweet corn kernels, and jalapenos. -
Add the cheese and seasonings:
Generously sprinkle mozzarella cheese over each crostini, then finish with a sprinkle of mixed dried herbs and red chili flakes. -
Bake:
Place the prepared crostini on a baking sheet and flash-bake them in the preheated oven for 3-4 minutes, just until the cheese melts and the bread crisps up slightly. You want to achieve a golden, slightly crispy texture with gooey cheese. -
Serve:
Serve your Roasted Peppers & Cheese Crostini hot, as an appetizer before the main course. Pair it with a refreshing Beet Apple Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette and a glass of Red Wine Sangria for the perfect first course!
This crostini recipe is incredibly versatile – feel free to experiment with different vegetables or add extra seasonings to match your personal taste. The crunchy bread combined with the gooey cheese and the vibrant roasted peppers will surely impress your guests, making this an appetizer to remember.
Enjoy the simplicity and elegance of this Roasted Peppers & Cheese Crostini, a true celebration of fresh ingredients and Italian flavors.
