Preheat a charcoal or gas grill for direct cooking over medium-high heat. Add butter to a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high for 30 seconds or until melted. Stir in garlic. Brush garlic butter on both sides of each bread slice. Grill for 3 minutes or until crisp and golden, turning once. Cool on a rack.
Recipe
Appetizer
Tomato Toasts
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Description
Sure you can use regular shredded cheese for these toasts, but we're telling ya, it's hard to beat fresh Mozzarella.
Servings and Ingredients
Ingredients
Serves 8
Quantity | Ingredient | Add |
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6 tbsp. Hy-Vee unsalted butter | ||
2 clove(s) garlic, minced | ||
8 slice(s) Hy-Vee Bakery whole grain bread , 1 1/2-oz, 1/2-in-thick | ||
1 pt. cherry tomatoes, whole and halved | ||
Gustare Vita olive oil | ||
8 oz. fresh mozzarella cheese, torn into slices | ||
3 tbsp. Gustare Vita pesto | ||
Fresh Italian parsley, for garnish |
Things To Grab
- Charcoal or gas grill
- Microwave-safe measuring cup
- Microwave
- Silicone pastry brush
- Metal skewers
Directions
- Thread tomatoes on skewers; brush with olive oil. Grill for 2 to 3 minutes or until tomatoes are slightly charred, turning once.
- Top bread with mozzarella, pesto and tomatoes. If desired, garnish with parsley.
Nutrition facts
Servings
260 Calories per serving
Amounts Per Serving
- Total Fat: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
- Sodium: 280mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 22g
- Protein: 12g
Daily Values
0%
Vitamin A 20%
0%
Vitamin C 8%
0%
Iron 8%
0%
Calcium 20%
Recommended Pairing
Recommended Pairing
La Marca Prosecco
Zippy, fresh flavors of this bubbly prosecco will harmonize with bright herbal qualities.
Recipe Source:
August Seasons 2017.