Crostini

Crostini is toast—no big deal. Yet it serves as a perfect base for dips and spreads, from Tapenade to Fresh Tomato Salad. Good, too, with ricotta or goat cheese blended with chopped parsley or basil; tomato, country ham (like prosciutto), and olive oil; Brandade de Morue; or Canapés with Piquillo Peppers and Anchovies. Parsley or bas