crostini

American  

[kraw-stee-nee, kro-] / krɔˈsti ni, krɒ- /

plural noun

SINGULAR

crostino

1. canapés made of thin pieces of toast.

2. croutons used as a garnish.

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crostini British  

/ krɒˈstiːniː /

plural noun

1. pieces of toasted bread served with a savoury topping

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Etymology

Origin of crostini

First recorded in 1970–75; from Italian, plural of crostino, diminutive of crosta + -ini, masculine plural of diminutive suffix -ino; crust ( def. ), -ine ¹ ( def. ),

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• crostini vs. bruschetta

Example Sentences

For the carb factor, a simple water cracker or a whole wheat cracker plus a more seasoned, flavorful bread like a crostini or Triscuit will add a nice variety.

From Salon

Fava beans are exceptional in a spring risotto, like this recipe from NYT Cooking that incorporates asparagus and saffron, or pasta primavera, or even a fava bean lemon ricotta dip spread on crostini.

From Salon

Keep a well-wrapped, good bread in the freezer too, and some sort of bruschetta or crostini is waiting to happen.

From Washington Times

Mayo, mustards, chutneys, relishes or jams, hummus, barbecue sauce, hoisin sauce, plain Greek yogurt, salsa, pestos of all flavors - maybe there’s even a leftover dip or crostini spread lurking in the fridge that holds appeal.

From Washington Times

We couldn't help but return often to the cozy little Italian place on the corner with dim lighting, an impressive wine list and delicious appetizers like sweet pea pesto crostini and focaccia barese, but there was so much wonderful food within walking distance that anywhere we landed, we were happy.

From Salon