Grits Crostini

Vegetarian
Grits Crostini
90 min.
100
25kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience with our Grits Crostini! Perfect as an antipasto, starter, or a delectable snack, these little bites are bursting with flavor and charm. Imagine crispy, golden crostini topped with a sumptuous blend of caramelized apples and onions, enriched with the creamy goodness of fontina cheese. It’s a vegetarian treat that elevates any occasion and adds a touch of sophistication to your appetizer spread.

What makes our Grits Crostini truly special is the combination of texture and taste. The base, made from cooked grits mixed with light, fluffy batter, provides a unique twist on traditional crostini. Each bite is a harmonious blend of savory and sweet – the sweet caramelized apples and onions complement the richness of the cheese, while the fresh thyme adds an aromatic finish that ties everything together beautifully.

This recipe is not only easy to follow but also yields 100 delightful servings, making it an ideal choice for parties, gatherings, or celebrations of any kind. Whether you’re hosting a glamorous soirée or an informal get-together, these Grits Crostini are sure to impress your guests and leave them coming back for more. So roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will tantalize your taste buds!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.3 cup butter melted
  • 100 servings caramelized apples and onions 
  • 1.5 cups grits cooled cooked
  • large eggs beaten
  • cup flour all-purpose
  • oz fontina shredded
  • tablespoons thyme leaves fresh minced
  • cup milk 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoon sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 42
  2. Sift together first 4 ingredients into a bowl.
  3. Whisk together milk and next 2 ingredients in another bowl; add to flour mixture, stirring just until moistened.
  4. Whisk in grits. Spoon into greased 12-cup muffin pans (1 Tbsp. per cup).
  5. Bake, in batches, at 425 for 12 to 15 minutes or until crostini is golden. Immediately remove from pans to wire racks; cool 30 minutes. Reduce oven to 37
  6. Meanwhile, prepare Caramelized Apples and Onions.
  7. Place crostini on a baking sheet. Top each with 1 tsp. Caramelized Apples and Onions; sprinkle with cheese.
  8. Bake at 375 for 8 minutes or until cheese is melted.
  9. Sprinkle with thyme; serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories25kcal
Protein13.33%
Fat36.44%
Carbs50.23%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.24
Glycemic Load
1.18
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
1.01260869205%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.07mg
Isorhamnetin
0.75mg
Kaempferol
0.1mg
Quercetin
3.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:24.97kcal
1.25%
Fat:1.03g
1.58%
Saturated Fat:0.6g
3.73%
Carbohydrates:3.2g
1.07%
Net Carbohydrates:2.86g
1.04%
Sugar:0.9g
1%
Cholesterol:6.55mg
2.18%
Sodium:38.55mg
1.68%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.85g
1.7%
Calcium:23.58mg
2.36%
Phosphorus:18.37mg
1.84%
Folate:6.74µg
1.68%
Vitamin C:1.33mg
1.62%
Manganese:0.03mg
1.61%
Selenium:1.12µg
1.6%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.5%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.38%
Fiber:0.33g
1.34%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.22%
Source:My Recipes