Ingredients

  • Four 1/2-inch-thick slices from a sourdough boule
  • 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing or drizzling
  • 3/4 cup pitted oil-cured black olives, coarsely chopped
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons Champagne vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped seeded oil-packed Calabrian chiles or other hot chiles
  • Salt
  • One 15-ounce can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • Torn mint, for garnish

Method

  • Light a grill or preheat a grill pan.
  • Brush or drizzle the bread with olive oil and grill over moderate heat, turning once, until lightly charred, 1 to 2 minutes total.
  • Transfer to a work surface to cool slightly, then cut each slice into thirds.
  • In a medium bowl, mix the olives with the vinegar, chiles and the 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons of olive oil; season lightly with salt and gently mix in the beans.
  • Spoon the bean-and-olive topping on the crostini, garnish with mint and serve.