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| Alternative names | Crostino (Italian singular form) |
|---|---|
| Course | Antipasto |
| Place of origin | Italy |
| Main ingredients | Bread, topping |
Crostini (lit. 'little crusts'; sg.: crostino) are an Italian appetizer (antipasto) consisting of small slices of grilled or toasted bread and toppings. The toppings may include a variety of different cheeses, meats, vegetables, and condiments, or may be presented more simply with a brush of olive oil and herbs or a sauce.
Along with bruschetta, crostini are thought to originate in medieval times, when it was typical for peasants to eat their meals on slices of bread instead of using ceramics.
See also
Media related to Crostini at Wikimedia Commons
References
- Hazan, Marcella. "Victor's Parmesan and Olive Oil Crostino". epicurious.com. Retrieved November 5, 2020.
- ^ "Crostini". tasteatlas.com. AtlasMedia Ltd. Retrieved November 5, 2020.
- Castagno, Dario; Rodi, Robert (2004). Too Much Tuscan Sun: Confessions of a Chianti Tour Guide. Globe Pequot Press. p. 224.
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