Crostini Can Burro Di Acciughe (Crostini With Anchovy Butter)

I love this, but then again I love anchovies. Great with before dinner drinks along with some olives, nuts, etc. Cook time is chill time.

• Ready In: 1 hr 15 mins
• Serves: 14

Ingredients

• 8  tablespoons sweet butter
• 16  anchovies packed in oil, drained
• 14  slices  tuscan  bread, thin slices, toasted if desired
•  capers (to garnish) (optional)

Directions

1. Place the butter in a bowl and mash it gently with a wood spoon for 15 minutes until it is soft and creamy.
2. Place the anchovies in a second bowl and mash them into a paste.
3. Incorporate the mashed anchovies into the butter, mix well until completely combined. There shouldn't be any anchovy chunks in the butter.
4. Cover the bowl with foil and refrigerate for 1 hour.
5. Spread the butter on the crostini and place on a serving dish.
6. Garnish with two capers in the center of each crostini if desired.