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White Bean Crostini

3 reviews
Test Kitchen Approved
Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Makes

2 dozen

Updated: Nov. 21, 2023
A buttery bean puree showcasing the fresh flavors of garlic and thyme tops golden slices of French bread. The versatile appetizer never fails to win the approval of my guests.—Nancee Melin, Tucson, Arizona
White Bean Crostini
White Bean Crostini Recipe photo by Taste of Home
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Ingredients

  • 1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 2 garlic cloves, peeled
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped ripe olives
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • 24 slices French bread baguette (1/2 inch thick)
  • Optional: Sliced ripe olives and additional fresh thyme

Directions

  1. In a food processor, combine the beans, 1/4 cup oil, garlic, salt and pepper. Cover and process until smooth. Add olives and thyme; process until blended.
  2. Place bread on an ungreased baking sheet. Brush with remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 1-2 minutes or until golden brown. Cool slightly. Spread each slice with 1 tablespoon bean mixture. Garnish with olive slices and additional fresh thyme if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 piece: 76 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 122mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fat, 1/2 starch.