Imagine the perfect balance of flavors and textures in one bite - roasted butternut squash perched atop crispy crostini, the crunch of radicchio adding a peppery contrast, and creamy blue cheese melting over it all. This butternut squash crostini recipe is an epitome of taste and sophistication that will delight your palate and impress your guests.
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BUTTERNUT CROSTINI WITH RADICCHIO AND BLUE CHEESE
Need a fancy, modern appetizer for your holiday table? Try this flavorful, flaky treat from Sara Forte of A Sprouted Kitchen.
Provided by Reynolds Kitchens(R)
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Reynolds®
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with Reynolds Wrap® Aluminum Foil. Set aside.
- Cut the squash in half lengthwise and remove the seeds. Brush the flesh with a thin coat of olive oil. Set the squash cut side up on the prepared tray. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and roast for 40 minutes until the squash is fork tender. Remove to cool completely.
- Once cool, scoop the flesh into a bowl. Add the creme fraiche, paprika, and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Mash with a fork until completely smooth. This much can be done up to three days in advance.
- Cut the baguette into 1/2-inch slices on a diagonal. Spread them on the second foil-lined baking sheet. Brush the tops with a thin coat of olive oil. Bake on the middle rack for 6 minutes until the edges are just browned.
- Cut the radicchio into thin ribbons. Toss with olive oil, balsamic glaze and a pinch of salt and pepper. Adjust seasoning and dressing to taste. Spread a couple tablespoons of the squash mash on top of each crostini. Top with the radicchio slaw and a sprinkle of blue cheese for garnish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 274.6 calories, Carbohydrate 35.9 g, Cholesterol 22 mg, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 591.3 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
BEEF AND BLUE CHEESE CROSTINI
These little gems are easy, impressive and delicious. They are ridiculously easy and inexpensive to make. Seriously, you will look like a total rock star when you serve these! -Mandy Rivers, Lexington, South Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 30m
Yield 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. Cut baguette into 36 slices. Place on ungreased baking sheets. Spritz with cooking spray. Sprinkle with pepper. Bake until lightly browned, 4-6 minutes., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine sour cream, chives, horseradish and salt. Top toasts with beef; dollop with sour cream mixture. Sprinkle with cheese and additional chives.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 48 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 176mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.
CROSTINI WITH FRESH RICOTTA AND GRILLED RADICCHIO
Serve these sweet-and-salty crostini for irresistible hors d'oeuvres. Also try:Eggplant Caponata Crostini, Crostini with Tuna and White Bean Puree
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers Finger Food Recipes
Yield Makes 8 crostini
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Slice the top and bottom of orange with a paring knife. Set one of the flat sides on your work surface. From top to bottom, following the curve of the fruit, cut away peel and white pith. Trim off any remaining pith. Holding the orange over a bowl, cut along both sides of each segment, staying close to the membrane, to release; set aside.
- Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush radicchio wedges with olive oil and season with salt and pepper; grill, turning, until softened and slightly charred, about 3 minutes per side. Remove from grill and set aside.
- Brush both sides of bread with olive oil. Grill, turning once, until toasted and grill marks appear, about 2 minutes per side.
- Spread 1 tablespoon ricotta on each slice of baguette. Top with grilled radicchio and drizzle with honey; garnish each with an orange segment. Season with Maldon sea salt and pepper; serve.
EASY BLUE CHEESE CROSTINI
These take only minutes to prepare, and they are soooooo good! You can prepare the slices hours in advance and broil just before serving. Sprinkle only VERY lightly with sugar!
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 11m
Yield 23 crostini (approx)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Set oven to broiler heat.
- In a bowl mix together blue cheese and butter.
- Spread and divide the butter/cheese mixture equally on top of the bread slices.
- Arrange the slices on a large baking sheet.
- Sprinkle VERY light with sugar.
- Broil until topping is just browned and the cheese softens (about 1 minute).
- Transfer to a serving platter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 203.4, Fat 4.8, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 7.5, Sodium 444.9, Carbohydrate 33.3, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 0.2, Protein 6.3
BLUE CHEESE CROSTINI
"My sister-in-law gave me this great recipe, which includes two of my favorite ingredients-blue cheese and pears. Yum!" writes Kate Hilts of Grand Rapids, Michigan. TIP: "Instead of a loaf of French bread, I usually buy a baguette and cut it at an angle to give the slices a nice look," Kate adds.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 15m
Yield 15 appetizers.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Stir in the blue cheese and walnuts. Spread evenly over toasted bread. , Place on a baking sheet. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 3-4 minutes or until cheese is bubbly. Core pear and cut into 30 thin slices. Place two pear slices on each crostini. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 129 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 240mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
BUTTERNUT CROSTINI WITH RADICCHIO AND BLUE CHEESE
Need a fancy, modern appetizer for your holiday table? Try this flavorful, flaky treat from Sara Forte of A Sprouted Kitchen.
Provided by Reynolds KitchensR
Categories Reynolds®
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with Reynolds Wrap® Aluminum Foil. Set aside.
- Cut the squash in half lengthwise and remove the seeds. Brush the flesh with a thin coat of olive oil. Set the squash cut side up on the prepared tray. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and roast for 40 minutes until the squash is fork tender. Remove to cool completely.
- Once cool, scoop the flesh into a bowl. Add the creme fraiche, paprika, and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Mash with a fork until completely smooth. This much can be done up to three days in advance.
- Cut the baguette into 1/2-inch slices on a diagonal. Spread them on the second foil-lined baking sheet. Brush the tops with a thin coat of olive oil. Bake on the middle rack for 6 minutes until the edges are just browned.
- Cut the radicchio into thin ribbons. Toss with olive oil, balsamic glaze and a pinch of salt and pepper. Adjust seasoning and dressing to taste. Spread a couple tablespoons of the squash mash on top of each crostini. Top with the radicchio slaw and a sprinkle of blue cheese for garnish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 274.6 calories, Carbohydrate 35.9 g, Cholesterol 22 mg, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 591.3 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
CROSTINI WITH MUSHROOMS, PROSCIUTTO, AND BLUE CHEESE
Provided by Bonnie Wilkens Metully
Categories Cheese Mushroom Pork Appetizer Bake Sauté Blue Cheese Winter Prosciutto Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes about 18
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Melt butter in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add all mushrooms and garlic and sauté until mushrooms are cooked through and brown, about 10 minutes. Add cream and boil until liquid is completely absorbed, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Add blue cheese and stir until cheese melts. Mix in prosciutto. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer mushroom topping to bowl. (Mushroom topping can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Arrange bread slices on baking sheet. Bake until just golden, about 5 minutes. Mound 1 generous tablespoon mushroom topping on each slice. Return to oven; bake until topping is heated through, about 6 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped parsley.
CROSTINI WITH BLUE CHEESE, HONEY, AND HAZELNUTS
Categories Cheese Nut Appetizer Bake Christmas Cocktail Party Thanksgiving Vegetarian Quick & Easy Oscars New Year's Eve Blue Cheese Winter Shower Honey Hazelnut Christmas Eve Party Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Place baguette slices in single layer on baking sheet. Toast in oven until golden, about 8 minutes. (Can be made 4 hours ahead.)
- Spread blue cheese on baguette slices. Sprinkle hazelnuts over each. Drizzle each slice lightly with honey.
Tips:
- To easily cube the butternut squash, cut it in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Then, slice the squash into thin slabs and cut the slabs into cubes.
- If you don't have a grill pan, you can roast the butternut squash and radicchio in the oven at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes, or until the squash is tender and the radicchio is slightly wilted.
- Be sure to use a good quality blue cheese for this recipe. A sharp, flavorful blue cheese will really make the dish sing.
- If you're short on time, you can use store-bought croutons instead of making your own.
Conclusion:
This butternut squash crostini with radicchio and blue cheese is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. The sweet butternut squash, slightly bitter radicchio, and sharp blue cheese complement each other perfectly, and the crispy crostini add the perfect finishing touch. Whether you're serving it at a party or enjoying it as a snack, this crostini is sure to be a hit.
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