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
Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
32 g
Sugar
8g
Fat
16g
Carbs
16g
