CHRISTMAS CROSTINI WITH SMOKED TROUT

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Smoked-trout spread and vegetables top a crostini wreath for an elegant start to your Christmas dinner.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers     Finger Food Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound boneless smoked trout fillets, skins removed
4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
4 ounces creme fraiche
1/4 cup prepared horseradish
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
Freshly ground pepper
1 loaf wreath-shaped peasant bread (1 to 1 1/2 pounds)
Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing
1 bunch watercress, tough stems removed
6 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved
1 Kirby cucumber, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise into half-moons

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a food processor, pulse the trout fillets until broken up into small pieces. In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream cheese, creme fraiche, horseradish, and lemon juice. Fold processed trout into cream-cheese mixture, and season with pepper.
  • Using a long serrated knife, trim off top of loaf to make level. Cut bread vertically into 3/4-inch-thick slices, keeping loaf intact. Brush the top of the loaf with oil. Transfer loaf to a baking sheet, and toast in oven until golden brown, about 12 minutes. Let cool.
  • Transfer loaf, keeping shape intact, to a round serving platter or cake stand. Gently spread trout mixture over loaf (so it rests atop slices). Arrange watercress, alternating with groupings of the cherry tomato halves and cucumber slices on top, and serve immediately.

Sajan Rai
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These crostini are a delicious and festive way to celebrate Christmas.


Queency Chommy
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I love that this recipe is so easy to make. It's a great way to impress your guests without spending a lot of time in the kitchen.


ianna imoter
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I can't wait to make these crostini again. They're so good!


Arianna Fickey
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These crostini are the perfect combination of salty, smoky, and creamy.


Mohamed Chakroun
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new favorite!


Mdnursaid Ansari
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These crostini are a great way to use up leftover smoked trout.


Samar Alam
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I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves smoked trout and cream cheese.


Abbi B
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These crostini are perfect for a party or a special occasion.


Mursalin Ahmed
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I love the combination of smoked trout and cream cheese. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


MARII
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These are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Rai Bishwa jit
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I've made these crostini several times now and they're always a hit.


DESALEGN
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This is a great recipe for a crowd. I made a double batch and they were all gone in no time.


Salamatu Joseph
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I'm not usually a fan of smoked trout, but I really enjoyed these crostini. The flavors were прекрасно balanced.


Amy Gelinas
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These crostini were the perfect addition to my Christmas brunch.


Jason Huertas
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I was a bit skeptical about the combination of smoked trout and cream cheese, but I was pleasantly surprised. It was delicious!


james loughran
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I used a different type of cheese and it turned out just as good.


Dylana Mcadam
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These were so easy to make and so delicious! I will definitely be making them again.


shahadat sumon
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I made these crostini for my family on Christmas morning and they were a huge success! The kids especially loved them.


Zovia
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These crostini were a hit at our Christmas party! Everyone loved the combination of flavors.


ST3VI3 J
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What a delightful and easy appetizer! The smoked trout and creamy cheese spread were a perfect combination. I'm definitely adding this to my Christmas party menu.