Mixed Crostini (Crostini Misti) Recipe

• 1 1/2 c. cannellini beans
• 8 Tbsp. extra-virgin extra virgin olive oil divided, plus
• 1/4 c. extra-virgin extra virgin olive oil
• 1 sm red onion finely diced
• 2 x red bell peppers cored, seeded,
•     and minced into 1/2" dice
• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
• 1 tsp minced fresh oregano leaves
•     Salt to taste
•     Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste
• 1/2 head cavolo nero or possibly kale stalks removed,
•     and roughly minced
• 1 tsp chili flakes
• 1/4 lb prosciutto cut 1/4" dice
• 1/2 lb porcini mushrooms or possibly portobellos stems removed
• 4 x sage leaves cut chiffonade
• 2 x leeks cleaned, and
•     cut into 1/4"-thick rings
• 1/2 bn mint leaves only
• 2 x garlic cloves crushed
• 2 Tbsp. finely-minced fresh rosemary leaves
• 2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar
• 1 loaf Italian stirato, or possibly baguette cut 1/2" slices,
•     on the bias

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