Spinach and Feta Crostini
Spinach and Feta Crostini is a delicious appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. This dish is made with a combination of fresh spinach, creamy feta cheese, and crispy crostini bread. It is a perfect blend of flavors that will leave your taste buds wanting more.
To make this dish, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 baguette, sliced into 1/2 inch rounds
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
To start, preheat your oven to 375 degrees F. Arrange the sliced baguette rounds on a baking sheet and brush each one with olive oil. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the bread is crispy and golden brown.
While the bread is baking, heat a skillet over medium heat and add the minced garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes or until fragrant. Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Once the bread is done, remove it from the oven and top each slice with a spoonful of the cooked spinach. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top of each crostini.
Serve immediately and enjoy the delicious combination of flavors and textures in this Spinach and Feta Crostini appetizer. This dish is perfect for any occasion and is sure to impress your guests.
Type: Appetizer
Ingredients:
- Baguette
- Spinach
- Feta cheese
Cooking tips:
- Make sure to chop the spinach finely to ensure it cooks evenly.
- Use a good quality feta cheese for the best flavor.
- Brush the bread with olive oil before baking to ensure it gets crispy and golden brown.
Appearance and taste:
The Spinach and Feta Crostini is a beautiful appetizer with a crispy golden brown bread base, topped with wilted spinach and crumbled feta cheese. The combination of flavors is perfect, with the creamy feta cheese balancing out the earthy spinach. The crostini is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, making it the perfect vessel for the toppings. This dish is sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more.
