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Spinach and Cream Cheese Crostini

These Italian appetizers are easy to make and so deliciously good! Perfect for the holidays, game day and when you fancy a tasty snack!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Course Appetizers
Cuisine European, Italian
Servings 12 pieces
Calories 110 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Electric Mixer or food processor

Ingredients
 

  • 1 French Baguette or Italian Bread, cut into 1/2-inch slices
  • 2 tsp Butter or a little Olive Oil
  • 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
  • 2 Garlic cloves, minced
  • 10 oz package Spinach leaves, (if frozen, thaw and squeeze dry)
  • 8 oz package Cream Cheese, softened (room temp)
  • 1/3 cup roasted Red Peppers (canned, jarred or homemade), (SEE NOTES)
  • 1/2 cup shredded Mozarella or Cheddar cheese

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375F. Slightly toast the Baguette slices in the warmed up oven for about 4-5 minutes. Set aside.
  • Over medium heat, melt the butter (or use a little Olive oil instead) in a frying pan or skillet. Saute the garlic and onion for a couple of minutes or until they have softened. Add the spinach and cook just until it has wilted. If you are using fresh spinach you may sprinkle a little water to prevent drying-up. Cool the mixture slightly.
  • Place the softened cream cheese in a mixer bowl (a food processor can also be used instead of a mixer). It helps to cut the cheese into several smaller pieces beforehand. Add the spinach mixture and then stir to combine. Add the roasted peppers and stir again to mix everything.
  • Spread the spinach-cream cheese mixture on the toasted Baguette slices.
  • Top each baguette slice with about a teaspoon of the Cheddar or chosen cheese. 
  • Bake in the preheated oven for about 5-8 minutes or until thoroughly heated and the cheese is melted. Serve warm with some salad. Great as nibbles or appetizers for your holiday table! Easy and delicious!

Notes

TIPS & TRICKS
To learn how to roast peppers, click here.

Nutrition

Calories: 110kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 7gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 370mgPotassium: 235mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2314IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg
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