Crab and Gruyere Meltaway Crostini Appetizers Recipe

Crab and Gruyere Meltaway Crostini Appetizers Recipe Instructions

• 1 Brioche or Challah Breads
• 6 oz. Super Lump Crab Meat
• ½ teaspoon stone ground mustard
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
• 1 cup Gruyere cheese, grated
• 4 oz. salted butter
• Microgreens for garnish
• Baby heirloom tomatoes for garnish

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Cut the bread into ¼ inch thick slices, and lightly grill on both sides. Chop into approximately 2-inch by 1-inch rectangles, making 12 pieces.
3. In a large bowl, mix the crab meat, mustard, mayo, salt, and cheese.
4. Melt the butter and brush the top side of each toast with a brush, then place about 1 tablespoon of the crab mixture on top of each toast.
5. Place the crab meltaways on a non-stick cookie sheet, or a cookie sheet covered with parchment paper and cook for 10 minutes, until the cheese has melted.
6. Serve warm, sprinkled with microgreens and halved baby heirloom tomatoes.