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Parsley and Shallot Crostini with Tuscan Tomato and Mozzarella

Name: Parsley and Shallot Crostini with Tuscan Tomato and Mozzarella
Total time: 22 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Tuscan Italian
Ingredients: 1 baguette, sliced; 200g mozzarella, cubed; 4 ripe tomatoes, diced; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar; 1 tsp dried basil; salt and pepper to taste; 1 tsp dried parsley; 2 tbsp minced shallot

Adds fresh herbiness and mild onion flavor

22 minutes4 servings

Method

Mix parsley with the existing basil and sprinkle shallot over the crostini before serving.
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Brush bread slices with olive oil and bake until crisp.
Spread mozzarella on each slice. Top with diced tomatoes and basil.
Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
Serve immediately for best flavor.

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