White bean hummus crostini
(This recipe is part of a post on a shower I threw – you can see more about it here.)
We first had something very similar to this recipe at an engagement party for our friends Jane and Steve. There it was, an unassuming little crostini topped with hummus. An option that I completely overlooked at first, instead making a bee-line for the cheese plate, scallion pancakes, and mac-and-cheese “cupcakes” (Jane throws a pretty good party, it should be said). But I’m certainly glad Brett encouraged me to try one after he did, because it was an awesome combination of creamy, earthy white bean “hummus,” a bit of peppery arugula, and a hidden layer of tangy balsamic vinegar soaking into the bread. Surprisingly simple yet hearty and satisfying, it was the first thing I put on the menu for the party, and was sad to find I ended up with almost none of the bean spread to take back with me afterward. Read more
