July 27, 2012 ·Joanne WeirCrostini with Fennel Sausage This appetizer is a sophisticated, yet simple to prepare, dish that’s rich with luscious flavors of Fontina cheese, Italian sausage and Italian parsley.ByJoanne Weir Print Recipe Ingredients Ingredients1/2 pound Hot Italian sausage, casings , removed5 ounces Grated fontina, crumbled robiola or taleggio cheese1 teaspoon Fennel seed, coarsely ground2 tablespoon fresh flat-leaf Italian parsley, ChoppedSalt, To Taste12 slices Rustic, coarse-textured bread, cut into 2 to 3-inch serving pieces Directions DirectionsPreheat oven to 350°F.Crumble the sausage in a bowl. Add the crumbled cheese, fennel seeds, parsley and salt to taste.Spread onto the bread, distributing evenly.Place in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake in the oven until golden and crispy, 15 minutes. Tags:Author_name:Joanne Weir