If you ask me, crostini parties are the way to go when entertaining. They are quick and easy to make and are so versatile. You can top those little toasted breads with just about anything.
If you follow my blog, you may have noticed that I have a thing for dijon mustard. I seriously put it on everything. Everything. I love it. I think the dijon adds such a nice heat and hint of spiciness to foods that makes it so wonderful. And when paired with the right foods, enhances the flavor of the foods that you are eating. So it goes without saying that I added my Maille dijon mustard, both the Dijon Originale and the Old Style Whole Grain Mustard, to my crostini.
For me, the dijon mustard tied everything together and was so delicious. And the cornichons! These are the best and should be served any time you are entertaining. “Cornichons are small, tart pickles made from tiny cucumbers known as gherkins. Pickled in a signature mix of vinegar and aromatics including tarragon, cloves, baby onions, and mustard seeds, Maille Cornichons are crunchy and packed with flavor.
Maille Cornichons are produced according to time-honored French tradition according to a rigorous production process. Hand picked at exactly the right size, they are immediately prepared and packaged the same day, to ensure optimal quality and freshness. Once weighed and packed, the cornichons are bathed in a warm, vinegar-based, aromatized recipe, which ensures their crunchy texture, delicious taste, and deep green color.”
I seriously could just sit and eat the entire jar in one sitting. So good! If you like Dijon Mustard and cornichons, today is your lucky day because I am giving away each Maille product shown above. So, sit back, enjoy the recipe and ENTER the giveaway below! You need to make these salami and Emmentaler cheese crostini!
Salami and Emmentaler Cheese Crostini with Maille Dijon Mustard
Ingredients
- extra virgin olive oil
- french bread baguette; sliced
- Maille Dijon Mustard Dijon Originale and Old Style Whole Grain
- salami and/or prosciutto slices
- emmentaler cheese or any gruyere or swiss; sliced thin
- parsley for garnish
- serve with Maille's Cornichons
Instructions
- Heat one tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil in a non-stick skillet or pan or medium-high heat (you can add more olive oil if you are toasting slices from the entire baguette). Add the baguette slices and toast the bread on each side until golden brown. Remove from the hot pan and onto a serving platter.
- Spread on your dijon mustard (any kind) and top with the salami and/or prosciutto slices and the cheese. Garnish with a little parsley if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy with Maille's cornichons.
THE GIVEAWAY
(open to residents within the United States only)
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Disclosure: I was provided the Maille products featured above for review and recipe development purposes. I was not compensated for this post. All opinions expressed here are 100% my own.
Those crostini look incredible!
I love mustard. I’m not sure when I developed a taste for it but now I can’t eat sausages or steak without a smear of mustard on my plate! Of course, you can’t beat the classic combination of mustard and cheese either (Welsh rarebit, anyone?!). LOVE the look of these neat little crostini! If I wasn’t in a different hemisphere I’d totally suggest a joint crostini party… how much fun would that be? xx
i like to use it in something like potato or macaroni salad
…because it makes it tangy and more interesting.
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I put my mustard on sandwiches, love that it is so tasty yet low in fat and calories
In baked mac n cheese.. I also add cinnamon and pureed sweet potato to the cheese sauce. Delicious and perfect for Thanksgiving or any other cold night.
I always use on my ham sandwiches or wraps
I love Dijon mustard to create savory quiches.. and hot sandwiches! MMmmmm pastrami!
I like to add dijon to my homemade chili. It gives it a tang that is a must have.
I like it in deviled eggs:) yummy!
I love using Dijon mustard in my salad dressings. It adds creaminess and a nice tang to the flavor!
I love a good dijon mustard too. I’ve had a great crab dip on crostini. But your idea sounds very delicious.
On Smoked Slovenian Sausage sandwiches.
I love using Dijon in my mustard pretzel dip…because pretzels and mustard always go together!
I love using as a marinade on my London Broil….so good together.
I love to spread a little mustard on the bottom of the pie dough when I make quiche or any savory tart.
I love to use it in vinaigrettes.
Love their mustard, love these Crostini. Life is so much better when we have delicious nibbles to get us through life!
I love dijon mustard on breaded chicken cutlets.
I like Dijon mustard on salami sandwiches. So good.
I like to use mustard to make dressing for my salads.
I love it in salad dressings.
I like using it with mainly some sort of meat. It cuts the gaminess out.
I like to use it in Chicken Cordon Bleu — mine had a Parmesan-Dijon Cream Sauce. I like the taste of the Pamesan combined with the Dijon mustard. It is creamy and smooth.
Love the cornichons on the sides for garnish, really completes the dish. Beautiful pics!
Thank you so much, Cheri!
I love it on sandwiches and I use it to make chicken salad.
I love it on brats.
I like to make salad dressing with rice wine vinegar, olive oil, mustard, and a touch of brown sugar.
I love to use mustard in making vinaigrettes and sauces.
I eat it a lot on sandwiches and in my salad dressings!
I like to make a variety of chicken salads and I regularly use Dijon to both bind and add flavor.
I love using mustard in potato salad thanks for the giveaway