Basil Pesto Bread Rounds
This is a great recipe to make with prepared basil pesto, makes a great latenight snack or serve it with a pasta dinner. To save some time you can broil/toast the bread slices in advance. If you prefer a lot of topping on the rounds just double the pesto mixture.
Steps
Set oven to broil.
Arrange the bread rounds / slices in a single layer on a cookie or baking sheet.
Broil for about 6-7 minutes or until lightly toasted.
Remove then flip the slices so that the toasted side is on the bottom.
Set oven to 350 degrees.
In a small bowl mix together mayonnaise , pesto , garlic , parmesan cheese and salt to taste.
Divide and spread the mixture onto the untoasted tops of each bread slice , then sprinkle lightly with black pepper if desired.
Bake for about 6-8 minutes , just until they bubble and turn golden.
Let cool slightly before serving.
Ingredients
french baguette, mayonnaise, basil pesto, garlic, parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper