Marinated Mozzarella and Roasted Red Pepper on Parmesan Crostini
- Course Hors D'oeuvres & Appetizers
- Prep. Time 25 mins
- Refrigeration Time 1 hr
- Yields 2.5 cups / 625 mL
Preparation
What You Need
Instructions
Combine oil, vinegar, lemon juice, mustard, chili pepper flakes, Worcestershire sauce and garlic in glass jar with lid. Cover and shake well. Add salt and pepper to taste; set aside.
Cut cheese into 1/4 inch (6 mm) cubes. Combine Canadian Mozzarella cheese, red pepper and olives in large bowl. Add vinaigrette dressing; toss well to coat. Cover and chill 1 hour or up to 2 days before serving; stir occasionally.
To serve, spoon marinated cheese and vegetables over Parmesan Crostini; sprinkle each serving with a little of the marinade and chopped chives, if desired.
Parmesan Crostini:
Brush 1/3 cup (80 mL) melted butter over both sides of 32 (1/4 inch / 6 mm) thick slices of coarse baguette-style bread.
Place on large baking sheet. Toast 1 side under broiler; turn slices over, sprinkle with grated Canadian Parmesan cheese and broil until golden. Cool.
Tips
*For a change of taste use Canadian Provolone, Friulano or Bocconcini cheese.
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