For an extra layer of flavor, use a garlic- or herb-infused oil.

Ingredients for crostini

• 3⁄4 c. olive oil
• 1 baguette, cut into approx.. 60 1⁄4” slices

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°
2. . Arrange baguette slices on two large rimmed baking sheets.
3. Brush both sides with oil.
4. Season with a little salt and pepper.
5. Bake until golden, 15 to 20 minutes, rotating sheets halfway through (if undersides are not browning, turn crostini over once during baking).
6. Let cool on baking sheets.

Ingredients For Topping:

• 4 cans (14 ounces each) artichoke hearts in water, rinsed, squeezed, to remove excess liquid, and chopped
• 2/3 cup light mayonnaise
• 1⁄4 c fresh lemon juice
• 1⁄4 c tablespoons chopped fresh dill
• Coarse salt and ground pepper

Directions:

1. In a bowl, combine artichoke hearts, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and dill.
2. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Top crostini with topping.

Source:  Taste of Australia VPWL December 2014