Best 6 Roasted Whole Garlic Crostini Recipes

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Roasted whole garlic crostini is a delightful and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. With its aromatic roasted garlic flavor and crispy bread, this dish is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. Whether you are hosting a party or simply looking for a quick and tasty snack, roasted whole garlic crostini is a great option.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

ROASTED GARLIC CROSTINI WITH ASSORTED TOPPINGS



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Because its texture is buttery and rich, I like to spread it on crostini. Once you've spread the roasted garlic over your toasts you can choose from a number of toppings.

Provided by Wolfgang Puck

Categories     Garlic     Appetizer     Roast     Cocktail Party     Oscars     Fall     Winter

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

For the roasted garlic:
4 heads garlic
1/4 cup olive oil
For the crostini:
12 slices of baguette or country-style Italian bread, sliced at a 45-degree angle about 1/2 inch thick
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Pureed garlic from 4 whole roasted heads of garlic (see above)
Assorted topping options:
Shaved Parmesan, dry jack or Gruyère cheese
Fresh, creamy goat cheese, at room temperature
Roasted red bell peppers, home-roasted or bottled, cut into thin strips
Prepared tapenade (black olive and anchovy paste)
Oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, cut into thin strips
Capers, drained
Roma tomatoes, thinly sliced, or halved, seeded, and diced
Fresh basil leaves, cut into fine julienne strips or left whole
Crushed red pepper flakes
Balsamic vinegar
Thinly sliced prosciutto
Anchovy fillets packed in olive oil, drained
Fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Put the garlic in a roasting pan and drizzle on the olive oil. Toss to coat thoroughly. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until the garlic bulbs are very tender but not overly brown. Test by carefully giving a bulb a gentle squeeze while protecting your hand with a folded kitchen towel or an oven glove. Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
  • 2. Using a sharp serrated knife, cut each head of garlic crosswise in half, midway between its leaf and root ends, to expose all the cloves inside. Their pulp will be golden brown and as soft as butter. You can squeeze it out of each half by hand or scoop it out with a small spoon or knife. Transfer the roasted garlic to a small bowl, pour in any olive oil from the baking dish, and stir and mash with a fork to form a smooth purée. You'll have 1/3 to 1/2 cup of purée, depending on the size of the garlic heads.
  • 3. To make the Roasted Garlic Crostini, preheat the oven to 375° F. Brush the bread slices with the olive oil and arrange them on a baking sheet. Bake them until golden, 12 to 15 minutes. Remove them from the oven and let them cool to room temperature. Spread the puréed roasted garlic evenly on the tops of the crostini. Top the crostini with any of the options listed above, or make an assortment. Spread some with 1 tablespoon each of goat cheese; then decorate the cheese with strips of roasted bell pepper or a mixture of sun-dried tomato strips and capers, or a smear of tapenade. In place of the goat cheese, top others with diced tomato tossed with some fresh basil, a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes, and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar; with prosciutto and Parmesan cheese; with anchovy fillets and freshly ground black pepper; or with slices of Roma tomato and fresh mozzarella, topped with fresh basil leaves.

ROASTED GARLIC CROSTINI



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Make and share this Roasted Garlic Crostini recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Derf2440

Categories     Spreads

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 head garlic
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 small sourdough baguette (14 inches, cut in 1/2 inch thick slices)
1 tablespoon pine nuts
2 ounces soft fresh goat cheese, cut in 6 rounds
6 sprigs fresh Italian parsley

Steps:

  • Trim tip off garlic head to expose cloves; place head on piece of foil.
  • Drizzle oil over top; wrap in foil.
  • Bake in 400°F oven until cloves are softened and caramelized, about 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, toast baguette slices on baking sheet in 400°F oven until golden, about 8 minutes.
  • Spread pine nuts on small baking sheet; toast alongside baguette slices until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
  • To serve, arrange baguette slices, garlic, pine nuts, goat cheese and parsley on serving plate.
  • Using small fork, remove 2 roasted cloves from garlic bulb; spread on baguette slice.
  • Top with goat cheese round, pine nuts and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 63.4, Fat 4.5, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 4.3, Sodium 37.2, Carbohydrate 3.6, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.2, Protein 2.6

WHOLE ROASTED GARLIC



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Provided by Ellie Krieger

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 head garlic
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Cut the top third of the garlic head off so that the tops of the cloves are exposed. Place the garlic head, unpeeled, into a small ovenproof dish and drizzle with the oil.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake for 30 to 40 minutes more, until garlic is soft and golden brown.
  • Serve with toasted bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 40 calorie, Fat 3.5 grams, Sodium 0 milligrams, Protein 0 grams

WHOLE ROASTED GARLIC



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Roasted garlic provides a sweet flavor to spreads, butters, and vinaigrettes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Yield Makes 2 bulbs

Number Of Ingredients 2

2 heads garlic, papery outer skins discarded
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for storing

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Cut a thin (1/4-inch) slice from the top of each head of garlic; discard. Place garlic in a small baking dish. Drizzle with oil. Cover with parchment paper-lined foil; roast garlic until soft and golden, about 1 hour and 15 minutes. To store, squeeze out unused cloves into jar and add enough olive oil to cover. Store closed jar in the refrigerator for up to one week.

GARLIC CROSTINI



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I purchased a box of 'garlic chips' the other day. I arrived home only to discover my four dollar box of bread slices were all broken. It was then that I decided I'd simply make my own...less expensive with better flavour. Crostini are multi-use flavoured and baked thin bread slices. I've used them to float cheese in onion soup, broken into giant croutons for salads, and my favourite...as a base for flavourful spreads and appetizers. Don't discount their use plain, as a crunchy snack either. Recipe #415921 is an easy and tasty spread that goes well with these. I recommend using day old baguettes to make slicing easier.

Provided by Diana 2

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 30 slices, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/4 cup olive oil, I use a mix of regular and light olive oils
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 baguette, sliced 1/4-inch - 1/2-inch thick
kosher salt, sprinkling (optional)
fresh ground black pepper (optional)

Steps:

  • Mix olive oil and minced garlic in a heat-proof measuring cup. Microwave at half power for 30 seconds. Set aside.
  • Note: depending on the size of your baguette, you may have to double the garlic oil ingredients.
  • Preheat oven to 375*. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Slice the baguette, on the diagonal, into 1/4" to 1/2" thick slices.
  • Using a pastry brush lightly wipe both sides of the bread slices with garlic oil. Arrange on the baking sheet.
  • Sprinkle (one side only), lightly with kosher salt and black pepper (if using).
  • Bake for 10 minutes. Turn slices over and continue to bake for another 5 - 10 minutes or until golden in colour and crispy. The baking time will depend on the thickness of the slices and the amount of garlic oil used.
  • Remove from the baking sheet and let cool in a single layer on a cooling rack.
  • You can use these immediately, or allow to cool completely for storage in an airtight container.

CREAMY GARLIC ROASTED CHERRY TOMATO CROSTINI:



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Serve these small bites fresh and warm for the ultimate hearty snack!

Provided by The Novice Chef

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 french baguette, sliced in 3/4 inch slices
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted
2 pints cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
1 (7 oz) package Arla Original Cream Cheese Spread
1 bunch fresh basil, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Heat broiler on oven. Arrange baguette slices on two large baking sheets in an even layer. Brush both sides with butter.
  • Place an oven rack about 4 inches away from the broiler.
  • Toast baguette slices until golden brown, about 2 minutes, depending on your oven. Flip crostini and toast the other side as well.
  • Let cool on baking sheets.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, set aside.
  • In a large bowl, toss together cherry tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper.
  • Transfer tomatoes to prepared baking sheet and spread into an even layer.
  • Bake for 20 minutes, until the tomatoes are completely softened and starting to wrinkle.
  • Generously spread Arla Cream Cheese Spread onto crostini. Top with warm tomatoes and fresh basil. Serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Choose the right garlic. For the best flavor, use fresh, organic garlic bulbs that are firm and free of blemishes.
  • Roast the garlic until it is soft and caramelized. This will take about 45 minutes in a 400°F oven.
  • Use a variety of breads for your crostini. Baguette, sourdough, and ciabatta are all good choices.
  • Brush the bread with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper before toasting. This will help the bread to crisp up and brown.
  • Top the crostini with your favorite toppings. Some popular options include roasted garlic, pesto, bruschetta, and cheese.

Conclusion:

Roasted whole garlic crostini are a delicious and versatile appetizer that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are also a great way to use up leftover roasted garlic. With a little creativity, you can create endless variations of this classic dish. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give roasted whole garlic crostini a try. You won't be disappointed!

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