PARMESAN and Pepper CROSTINI an extremely tasty recipe to make in 5 minutes, perfect idea as a snack or appetizer with stale bread. If you have leftover bread and don’t know how to use it, these crostini are the most delicious and quick solution: crispy, fragrant, and with that simple yet irresistible mix of parmesan and pepper that wins everyone’s heart.
I often prepare them when I have friends over for dinner and don’t want to spend too much time in the kitchen: just cut the bread, season it with a drizzle of oil, a generous sprinkle of parmesan, and a touch of pepper, and bake for a few minutes… and here are the parmesan and pepper crostini ready that disappear from the tray in no time. Perfect for an aperitif, to accompany cured meats and cheeses, or even served next to a hot soup on colder evenings.
They are so simple that they also become one of those dinner-saving recipes that solve unexpected situations: in 5 minutes, you have a tasty, crispy, and fragrant snack that adults and children alike will enjoy. Moreover, if you want to make them even more special, you can enrich them with a bit of fresh rosemary, add some pecorino instead of parmesan, or serve them with a spreadable cream like hummus or guacamole.
In short, parmesan and pepper crostini are the classic smart recipe: economical, super quick, and delicious. And above all, zero waste because they transform stale bread into an elegant and appetizing appetizer.
Follow me in the kitchen today there are parmesan and pepper crostini.
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very economical
- Preparation time: 5 Minutes
- Portions: 4People
- Cooking methods: Oven, Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
- 8.82 oz stale bread
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp grated parmesan
- pepper
- salt
Steps
Cut the dry bread into small cubes with a kitchen cleaver.
Place them in a bowl, add the oil, and mix, a sprinkle of pepper, the salt, and mix well.
Place the bread in the air fryer basket, cook at 365°F for 3-4 minutes, turning them over.
Bon appétit
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PARMESAN and Pepper CROSTINI
Extra advice
Try the version with pecorino and pepper crostini for a more pronounced flavor.
If you want a gourmet touch, add a few drops of honey over the crostini right out of the oven.
You can also cook them in an air fryer, they become crispy in just a few minutes.
They are also excellent with a bit of garlic rubbed on the bread before the parmesan.
Serve them hot: they are even more irresistible.
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FAQ PARMESAN and Pepper CROSTINI
Can I use other cheeses besides parmesan?
Yes, pecorino or grana padano are perfect, but you can also experiment with more aged cheeses for an intense flavor.
How long do parmesan and pepper crostini last?
They stay crispy for 1-2 days in an airtight container, but I warn you… they disappear quickly!
Can I make them in advance?
Better to make them at the moment, but you can toast the bread first and season it with parmesan and pepper just before serving.
Can they be made without an oven?
Yes, you can cook them in a non-stick pan or in an air fryer. They turn out crispy just the same.
Can I make them lighter?
Sure! Use less cheese or replace part of the parmesan with seasoned breadcrumbs with herbs.
