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Cacio e Pepe Crostini

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Cacio e Pepe Crostini: if you want to prepare a quick and easy appetizer and especially if you have little or nothing at home, like a baguette, even stale. Of course, it happens to everyone: either you just got back from a weekend, or you are about to leave for summer holidays, or you simply haven’t done the weekly shopping yet. Unexpected friends or just laziness, but you want a tasty aperitif with something crunchy, then you absolutely have to make cacio e pepe crostini, super good. For me, an appetizer is never just chips and olives, but much more. Right below I have added some of my appetizers prepared for various occasions; if you like, take a look and get inspired.

  • Difficulty: Very easy
  • Cost: Very cheap
  • Preparation time: 10 Minutes
  • Portions: 3
  • Cooking methods: Oven, Microwave
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Seasonality: All seasons
116.60 Kcal
calories per serving
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  • Energy 116.60 (Kcal)
  • Carbohydrates 14.05 (g) of which sugars 1.23 (g)
  • Proteins 5.04 (g)
  • Fat 4.49 (g) of which saturated 2.02 (g)of which unsaturated 0.33 (g)
  • Fibers 0.67 (g)
  • Sodium 958.99 (mg)

Indicative values for a portion of 40 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.

* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov

Necessary Ingredients to Prepare Cacio e Pepe Crostini

  • 2.8 oz baguette
  • 1.1 oz Pecorino Romano
  • 1 pinch pepper
  • Half teaspoon salt
  • Half tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

Useful Tools to Prepare Crostini

  • Microwave Tray
  • Microwave Oven
  • Grater
  • Parchment Paper

Steps to Prepare Cacio e Pepe Crostini

  • Grate the Pecorino and season it with freshly ground black pepper.

  • You can grind the Pecorino directly in the tray on parchment paper.

  • Cut the baguette into 0.6-inch slices and place it on top of the Pecorino on the parchment paper (don’t forget the ground black pepper).

  • Drizzle extra virgin olive oil over the surface of the cacio e pepe crostini.

  • Bake in a fan-assisted oven at 374°F for 10 minutes, or in a microwave in Crisp mode at maximum power for 2.5 minutes.

  • And here they are, ready cacio e pepe crostini to accompany aperitifs or to start a meal with delicious and crunchy appetizers.

  • Turn your crostini and serve them immediately, piping hot.

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My name is Pina, and my passion is food and cooking in general. On the blog, I focus on regional dishes like those from my birthplace, Sicily. I also feature dishes from Lazio, the region that has hosted me for over 40 years, but in general, I cover all Italian regions. Traveling and exploring is my second passion, so I couldn't leave out dishes from around the "World" on my blog. My blog is divided into simple and essential sections like appetizers, first courses, main courses, side dishes, bread and leavened products, jams and preserves, wines and wineries, and of course, travels. Desserts are included, and finally, there is a dedicated corner for gluten-free options. Easy recipes, explained step by step and always updated.

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