Crostini Di Lenticchie

Directions

In a large sauce pan heat oil and sauté chopped veggies until lightly browned, about 7 minutes.

Add lentils and broth and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and add basil, salt, pepper and bay leaf.

Simmer until lentils are very soft, about 50 minutes.

Remove the bay leaf and purée in a food processor until very smooth.

Let cool to room temp.

Mound on lightly toasted Italian bread and sprinkle with Fontina Run under a preheated broiler until cheese is melted and bubbly. The lentil purée keeps well, bring to room temp if refrigerated.