AppetizersMay 26, 2015
Calories
249
Sodium
359mg
14% DV
Fat
13g
20% DV
Protein
9g
19% DV
Carbs
19g
6% DV
Fiber
2g
8% DV
Caprese Crostini with Blistered Tomatoes and Smoked Mozzarella
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Crusty Italian Bread layered with homemade pesto, smoked mozzarella, blistered cherry tomatoes and a homemade balsamic reduction. Perfect for summer entertaining!
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Caprese Crostini with Blistered Tomatoes and Smoked Mozzarella
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
12 slices smoked mozzarella
1 pint cherry tomatoes
12 slices of crusty baguette
basil pecan pesto, recipe follows
chopped basil for garnish, if desired
Basil Pecan Pesto
1 cup basil
1/2 cup pecans
2 cloves garlic
1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
salt and pepper
Balsamic Reduction
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
12 slices smoked mozzarella
1 pint cherry tomatoes
12 slices of crusty baguette
basil pecan pesto, recipe follows
chopped basil for garnish, if desired
Basil Pecan Pesto
1 cup basil
1/2 cup pecans
2 cloves garlic
1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
salt and pepper
Balsamic Reduction
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon brown sugar
Caprese Crostini with Blistered Tomatoes and Smoked Mozzarella
Add olive oil to a large cast iron skillet. Over high heat sear the tomatoes until they are caramelized on the outside and become tender, about...
See the full directions on my site
See the full directions on my site
Nutritions
Calories
249
Sodium
359mg
14% DV
Fat
13g
20% DV
Protein
9g
19% DV
Carbs
19g
6% DV
Fiber
2g
8% DV
PER SERVING *
% DAILY VALUE*
Fat
Saturated Fat5g27%
Polysaturated Fat1g10%
Monosaturated Fat6g39%
Cholesterol24mg8%
Sodium359mg14%
Potassium161mg4%
Protein9g19%
% DAILY VALUE*
Total Carbohydrate
Fiber2g8%
Sugar3g6%
Vitamin A840IU16%
Vitamin B60.24mg12%
Vitamin C5mg8%
Calcium185mg18%
Iron1mg7%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.