Cannellini Bean & Artichoke Crostini
- 1 sourdough baguette, thinly sliced
- 15 1/2 ozs cannellini beans, rinsed
- 4 large artichoke hearts
- 3 garlic cloves
- 2 tbsps fresh oregano leaves
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary, (leaves only)
- 1 handful of fresh basil
- 1 juice of lemon
- 6 tbsps extra virgin olive oil
- sea salt & black pepper to taste
Optional:
You can grill the baguette slices beforehand. Drizzle the slices on both sides with olive oil and a pinch of salt. Place them on a preheated grill over medium heat. Toast for a few minutes on each side to get a nice golden brown color with a little char.
To make the spread:
Add the cannellini beans, 4 artichoke hearts, garlic, oregano, thyme, basil, rosemary, and juice of one lemon to a food processor.
Pulse several times then slowly pour in about 1/2 cup of olive oil while pulsing just until it’s smooth.
Season with sea salt and black pepper to taste.
To assemble:
Spread a tablespoon of the spread onto each grilled slice evenly. Add one artichoke heart on top, cut side open. Sprinkle a few minced chives, oregano leaves, and a pinch of Maldon salt. Drizzle a bit of olive oil over each crostini to finish.
To garnish: artichoke hearts / 3 tablespoons minced chives / 1 teaspoon fresh oregano leaves / Maldon Salt
Serve immediately on a platter.