Definition: his Italian word means ‘little toasts‘. The thin slices of bread are toasted, drizzled with olive oil, and served warm. They may be topped with a savory, finely diced mixture such as cheese, vegetables, meat or seafood.
Pronunciation: kros TEE ne
Also Known As: bruschetta
Common Misspellings: crosteni
Examples:
The tiny crisp crostini were topped with liptauer cheese and smoked salmon.
