Snack Better: Easy Fontina Pesto Toasts
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Snack Better: Easy Fontina Pesto Toasts
Make this great snack for a casual get together or snack any time of day These fontina pesto toasts are welcome any time, any place.
Prep Time
10
minutes
Cook Time
10
minutes
Servings
0
servings
Ingredients
- 12 (1/4-inch-thick) slices French bread baguette
- Olive oil cooking spray
- 3 tablespoons refrigerated pesto sauce
- 2 ounces shredded fontina cheese (about 1/2 cup)
- Fresh basil leaves (optional)
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet. Coat the slices with cooking spray; spread evenly with the pesto.
- Bake 3 minutes. Top evenly with the shredded cheese. Bake 3 more minutes or until the cheese melts. Garnish with the basil leaves, if desired.