Basil Pesto Bread

53 Reviews

Prep: 25 min
Cook: 5 min
Ready In: 30 min

“At a recent party our friends went wild over this. A simple pesto is spread on Italian bread and layered with roma tomatoes and cheese. It takes a little time, but it is worth it. I freeze the basil in ice cube trays, then put the cubes in freezer bags. You can easily take out and thaw what you need. Enjoy!” - by KBehrens2

Ingredients

3 cups fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup olive oil
2 cloves garlic, peeled
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 (1 pound) loaf Italian bread
3 roma (plum) tomatoes, thinly sliced
1 (8 ounce) package mozzarella cheese, sliced

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Directions

In a blender or food processor, puree the basil leaves, olive oil and garlic. Mix in the pine nuts and Parmesan cheese. Continue processing until desired consistency is reached.
Preheat the broiler.
Slice Italian bread to desired thickness. Spread a layer of pesto on each slice. Top with roma (plum) tomatoes and mozzarella cheese.
Place topped bread slices in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Broil 5 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (16 total)

Calories
195 cal
10%

Fat
11.6 g
18%

Carbs
15.7 g
5%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Reviews (53)

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JENN_77

May. 16, 2006

"Yummy, I used a baguette. I would have given it 5 stars if you instructed to lightly toast the bread first. (The pesto/tomatoes make it soggy. Pesto was fantastic, I used basil and parsley mixed an..." See mored added a little salt and pepper. I have plenty pesto left over for tomorrows dinner which I will toss with pasta and shrimp alfredo. FYI - pine nuts are also called pignoli nuts and you can find them near your olives, pickles etc. or in your pasta sauce section in your supermarket. I toasted in small non skillet by itself for a minute or two."

PHLORADA

Oct. 8, 2006

"Awesome! My fiance doesn't prefer basil but loves this! Always the first to go at parties! Use fresh moz and parm...it makes a difference! Also, use baguette slices lightly toasted on both sides to av..." See moreoid soggines. Watch pines nutss , as they burn very easily!Thanks for the great recipe!"

PuffNoodle

Jan. 18, 2005

"These are so freaken good! My husband and kids love these so much that I have to double the batch each time I make them. I agree with the last review, you can get away with less olive oil...." See more"

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