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Bell Pepper and Anchovy Toasts
Description: These Bell Pepper and Anchovy Toasts are a delightful blend of flavors, perfect for a quick lunch or snack. With the sweetness of red bell peppers, the saltiness of anchovy fillets, and the freshness of basil, these toasts are sure to tantalize your taste buds.
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks
- Keywords: Vegetable, Australian, Low Cholesterol, Spring, Summer, < 60 Mins, Oven, Easy, Inexpensive
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | French baguettes |
| 2 | red bell peppers |
| 12 | anchovy fillets |
| 120ml | olive oil |
| 40ml | red wine vinegar |
| 1 | basil sprig |
| Fresh ground black pepper | |
| Rock salt |
Dressing:
- 120ml olive oil
- 40ml red wine vinegar
- Fresh ground black pepper, to taste
- Rock salt, to taste
Instructions:
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Prepare the Dressing:
- Whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, fresh ground black pepper, and rock salt in a bowl. Set aside.
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Roast the Bell Peppers:
- Preheat your oven to a very hot temperature.
- Brush the red bell pepper halves lightly with olive oil.
- Place the peppers on a baking tray, cut side down.
- Roast in the oven until the skin is blistered and blackening.
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Remove and Peel the Peppers:
- Once roasted, remove the peppers from the oven.
- Place them in a paper or plastic bag for about 15 minutes to steam.
- After steaming, remove the skins from the peppers.
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Slice the Peppers:
- Cut the roasted peppers into thin matchstick-sized pieces.
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Marinate the Peppers:
- Place the sliced peppers in a bowl.
- Pour the prepared dressing over the peppers.
- Allow the peppers to marinate in the dressing for about 1 hour.
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Prepare the Anchovies:
- Just before serving, split each anchovy fillet in half lengthwise.
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Assemble the Toasts:
- Toast the French baguettes until golden brown.
- Spread a spoonful of the marinated pepper mixture onto each toast.
- Place half of an anchovy fillet on top of the peppers.
- Garnish each toast with a sprig of fresh basil.
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Serve:
- Arrange the prepared Bell Pepper and Anchovy Toasts on a platter.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the burst of flavors with every bite!
These Bell Pepper and Anchovy Toasts are perfect for entertaining guests or simply indulging in a flavorful snack. The combination of roasted bell peppers, savory anchovies, and zesty dressing creates a harmony of tastes that will leave you craving more. Enjoy! ๐
