Giada's Crostini Alla Romana Recipe

Inspired by Giada De Laurentiis' "Everyday Italian," these Roman Crostini are a quick and easy appetizer perfect for any occasion. We're putting a fresh spin on Giada's original recipe by swapping sage for fragrant basil – a delightful combination of crispy bread, salty prosciutto, and creamy mozzarella! This recipe is ready in under 20 minutes and guaranteed to impress.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 341.7 kcal
Protein 50g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Giada's Crostini Alla Romana

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How to Make Giada's Crostini Alla Romana

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Lightly spray or brush both sides of ciabatta slices with olive oil.
  3. Arrange ciabatta slices on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.
  5. Remove from oven and top each crostini with a slice of prosciutto and mozzarella.
  6. Return to the oven for another 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Remove from oven and carefully transfer crostini to a serving plate.
  8. Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

31 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

74g

Carbs

0g