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RECIPE:
Greek olive spread on Crostini

This recipe, one of many unique entrees at Cornucopia, was created by Linda almost 12 years ago and has been enjoyed by new and repeat guests for as many years. ENJOY!

Serving: 8
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

INGREDIENTS:
1 pint greek olives
1/4 cup pine nuts
1 teaspoon fresh chopped garlic (or chopped garlic in oil)
fresh pepper
1 loaf french bread
to taste olive oil


DIRECTIONS:
For the spread: pit olives, place in mini food processor with pine nuts, garlic and fresh pepper to taste, chop until blended relatively smooth. For the Crostini: Slice french bread into 1/3 inch pieces, brush with olive oil and lightly broil on both sides. Spread olive spread on cooled crostini, place decoratively on a serving dish and garnish with either parsley or greens from celery.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Based on individual serving.
Calories: 250
Total Fat: 12 g
Carbohydrates: 31 g
Protein: 6 g

Source: Essential Vegetarian Cookbook Julia

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