Garlic-Oregano Crostini

Name: Garlic-Oregano Crostini
Yield: makes 20 slices
Ingredients: 3/4 cup olive oil; 1 tablespoon crumbled dried oregano; 1 large garlic clove, minced; 1/2 teaspoon ground chipotle chile; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; Twenty 1/3-inch-thick baguette slices

December 20, 2011

This blend of two classic flavors, combined with a hint of chipotle, makes for a fast and easy party favorite. You can make these 3 days ahead and store them in an airtight container.

Recipe information

Yield
makes 20 slices

Ingredients

3/4 cup olive oil

1 tablespoon crumbled dried oregano

1 large garlic clove, minced

1/2 teaspoon ground chipotle chile

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Twenty 1/3-inch-thick baguette slices

Preparation

Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Step 2
Mix the olive oil, oregano, garlic, ground chipotle, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl to blend. Using a pastry brush, brush the olive oil mixture over the baguette slices, turning to coat both sides. Transfer the slices to a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes, or until golden brown. Let cool before serving.

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