Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 unit

baguette

sliced

2 tbsp

extra-virgin olive oil

1 pinch

kosher salt

8 ounce

Cabrales blue cheese

thinly sliced

4 ounce

quince paste

thinly sliced

1 pinch

black pepper

cracked

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat a grill, grill pan, or oven to medium-high heat.

Step 2
~2 min

Slice the baguette on a diagonal into approximately 1/2-inch thick slices.

Step 3
~2 min

Toast the bread slices on both sides until lightly golden brown. The bread should be crisp but still tender inside.

Step 4
~2 min

Remove the toasted bread from the heat.

Step 5
~2 min

Brush one side of each toasted slice with extra-virgin olive oil.

Step 6
~2 min

Season the oiled side of each slice with kosher salt.

Step 7
~2 min

Top each slice with a thin slice of Cabrales blue cheese.

Step 8
~2 min

Place a thin slice of quince paste on top of the cheese on each slice.

Step 9
~2 min

Season with cracked black pepper and serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a sweeter crostini, drizzle with honey after assembling.

Toast the bread slices ahead of time for faster assembly.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Toast bread in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an appetizer with drinks.

Pair with a light salad for a complete meal.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green salad with vinaigrette
Prosciutto-wrapped melon

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Common appetizer in many Mediterranean countries

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
New Years Eve

Occasion Tags

Party
Holiday
Entertaining

Popularity Score

65/100

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