Egg and Olive Crostini

Take those leftover hard boiled eggs and turn them into this tasty appetizer. The kids will really like these thick pieces of bread covered with a zesty egg and olive mixture.

Step: 1

Place eggs in a medium saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil and immediately remove from heat. Cover and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from hot water, cool, peel and chop.

Step: 2

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a large baking sheet.

Step: 3

In a medium bowl, thoroughly blend cream cheese, lemon juice, prepared Dijon-style mustard and ground black pepper. Stir in chopped eggs, olives and chives.

Step: 4

Cut each bread slice into 4 triangles. Lay triangles flat and create a shallow hollow on the face of each. Brush with olive oil and fill with mixture from the bowl.

Step: 5

Arrange slices on baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven 10 minutes, or until bread is lightly toasted. Garnish with paprika before serving.

Per Serving: 55 calories; protein 2.8g; carbohydrates 0.5g; fat 4.8g; cholesterol 75.6mg; sodium 86mg.

Tasty and easy , these snack work for any crowd or occasion . When throwing a get-together , large or few people , you can’t forget the appetizers . We’ve collect with others of our best appetizer menus that are sure to impress your guests. From lips to spreads and all over in between, you’re sure to find the perfect appetizer for any occasion .

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