Ingredients for Basil Pesto Bread Rounds
- French Baguette
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- Basil Pesto
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper (optional)
How to Make Basil Pesto Bread Rounds
- Preheat your oven's broiler.
- Arrange bread rounds (about 6-8, depending on size) in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Broil for 6-7 minutes, flipping halfway through, until lightly toasted. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- While bread toasts, prepare the pesto mixture: In a medium bowl, combine 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1/2 cup prepared basil pesto, 1 clove minced garlic, 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, and salt to taste.
- Spread the pesto mixture evenly onto the untoasted side of each bread round.
- Sprinkle lightly with freshly cracked black pepper (optional).
- Bake for 6-8 minutes, or until the bread rounds are golden brown and the pesto is bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
32 g
Sugar
8g
Fat
16g
Carbs
16g
