Mozzarella Beef Prosciutto Crostini (Printable View)

Crispy toasted baguette topped with melted mozzarella, roast beef, prosciutto, basil, and balsamic glaze.

# Ingredient List:

→ Bread & Base

01 - 1 French baguette, sliced into 16 pieces
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Cheese & Meats

03 - 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced
04 - 4 ounces thinly sliced roast beef
05 - 4 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto

→ Garnish

06 - 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
07 - 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
08 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# How to Prepare:

01 - Preheat your oven to 400°F. Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush both sides lightly with olive oil.
02 - Bake the slices for 7-8 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
03 - Top each crostini with a slice of mozzarella. Return to the oven for 2 minutes, just until the cheese begins to soften.
04 - Remove from the oven. Layer each with a small piece of roast beef and a slice of prosciutto.
05 - Garnish with fresh basil leaves, a drizzle of balsamic glaze, and a sprinkle of black pepper. Serve immediately while warm.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The combination of warm melted mozzarella with salty cured meat hits every craving button at once
  • You can prep everything ahead and just assemble when guests arrive
  • Each crostini is like a tiny perfect bite of an Italian antipasto platter
02 -
  • The crostini can burn quickly once the cheese is on, so watch that second oven visit like a hawk
  • Don't assemble these more than 30 minutes before serving or the bread will start to soften
03 -
  • If the mozzarella is too watery, pat it dry with paper towels before adding to the bread
  • Room temperature ingredients assemble better than cold ones straight from the fridge

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