Basil Pesto Bread Rounds

Basil Pesto Bread Rounds
  • PREP TIME
    6 mins
  • COOK TIME
    12 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    18 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    385

Crisp, golden-brown baguette slices topped with a vibrant basil pesto and Parmesan mixture – these bread rounds are an irresistible appetizer or side. Perfect for sharing at gatherings or elevating a simple meal.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    34 g
  • Cholesterol
    16 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    11 g
  • Saturated Fat
    5 g
  • Sodium
    648 mg
  • Sugar
    2 g
  • Fat
    22 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat broiler to high. Arrange bread slices in a single layer on a baking sheet. Broil for 5-8 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning, until lightly toasted on one side. Flip bread slices so the toasted side is down. (Prep time: 2 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, pesto, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and salt. Mix well. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

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03 Step

Recipe View 3 mins Spread the pesto mixture evenly over the untoasted sides of the bread slices. (Prep time: 3 minutes)

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04 Step

Recipe View 8 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 6-8 minutes, or until heated through. (Bake time: 6-8 minutes)

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05 Step

Recipe View 2 mins Switch the oven to broil and broil the rounds until they begin to bubble and turn golden brown, about 1-2 minutes. Watch carefully! (Broil time: 1-2 minutes)

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06 Step

Recipe View Let cool slightly before serving. (Cooling time: 5 minutes)

For a richer flavor, use homemade pesto. You can also substitute sun-dried tomato pesto for a delicious variation.
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese provides the best flavor and texture.
Watch the bread rounds carefully under the broiler, as they can burn quickly.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 128 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Rasheed Morissette

    I made these with sun-dried tomato pesto and they were amazing!

  • Mallie Pfeffer

    These were a hit at my party! Everyone loved them.

  • Cathryn Pfannerstill

    My kids even enjoyed these, which is a win in my book!

  • Anissa Sipes

    So easy and quick to make, perfect for a last-minute appetizer.

  • Merle Wisozk

    I added a little bit of mozzarella cheese on top before broiling, and it was delicious.

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