Bruschetta Recipe
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Ingredients
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Bread
Tomato Topping
Method
Preparation of Topping
- 1
Prepare the Tomatoes
Wash and dice the Roma tomatoes. Remove seeds if desired for a less watery mixture.
- 2
Chop the Basil
Rinse the fresh basil leaves and chop them finely.
- 3
Mince the Garlic
Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
- 4
Mix the Topping
In a bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped basil, minced garlic, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and let it sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Preparation of Bread
- 5
Slice the Baguette
Cut the baguette into 1/2 inch thick slices.
- 6
Toast the Slices
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast them in the oven for about 5-7 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
Assembly
- 7
Top the Bread
Remove the toasted baguette slices from the oven and let them cool slightly. Spoon the tomato mixture generously onto each slice.
- 8
Serve
Arrange the bruschetta on a serving platter and serve immediately, optionally drizzling with more olive oil or balsamic vinegar if desired.
