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crostini (misti)

Language: Italian

Description: Small pieces of toast with a variety of savoury toppings, often served as a starter. Rather dainty versions of bruschetta being thinner and brushed with olive oil before they are toasted. Chicken livers are a particularly popular topping, especially in Tuscany while, in Rome, they are likely to be spread with bone marrow. Can also be croûtons.


Pronounced: kroh-STEE-nee
Ethnicity: Italian
Most frequent country: Italy

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See foods and dishes: bruschetta


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