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Pistolette with Pesto and Sun-Dried Tomatoes Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 8 pistolette rolls
- 1/2 cup of pesto
- 1/2 cup of sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil

Special equipment needed:
- Baking sheet
- Pastry brush

Step-by-step instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Cut the pistolette rolls in half lengthwise and place them on a baking sheet.
- Brush the inside of each roll with olive oil.
- Spread about 1 tablespoon of pesto on each roll.
- Sprinkle the chopped sun-dried tomatoes on top of the pesto.
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top of the sun-dried tomatoes.
- Bake the pistolette rolls for 10-12 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the rolls are lightly toasted.
- Serve hot.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 10-12 minutes
5. Temperature:
- 350°F
Serving size:
- 8 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 220
- Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Protein: 7g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of bread instead of pistolette rolls.
- You can use any type of pesto, such as basil pesto or sun-dried tomato pesto.
- You can use fresh tomatoes instead of sun-dried tomatoes.

Variations:
- You can add sliced black olives or roasted red peppers to the topping.
- You can use different types of cheese, such as mozzarella or feta.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to brush the inside of the rolls with olive oil to prevent them from getting too dry.
- You can make the pesto and sun-dried tomato topping ahead of time and store it in the fridge until ready to use.

Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover pistolette rolls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- To reheat, place the rolls in the oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes or until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the pistolette rolls on a platter with fresh basil leaves for garnish.

Garnishes:
- Fresh basil leaves

Pairings:
- Serve the pistolette rolls with a side salad or soup for a complete meal.

Suggested side dishes:
- Mixed greens salad with balsamic vinaigrette
- Tomato soup

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the rolls are getting too brown on top, cover them with foil halfway through baking.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to store any leftover pistolette rolls in the fridge to prevent foodborne illness.

Food history:
- Pistolette rolls are a type of French bread that originated in New Orleans.

Flavor profiles:
- The pesto and sun-dried tomato topping adds a savory and slightly sweet flavor to the rolls.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the pistolette rolls as an appetizer or snack.

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Taste: Savory, Herby, Tangy, Nutty, Aromatic