Bruschetta Recipe
Toasted bread topped with tomatoes and basil.
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Ingredients
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Bread
Topping
Method
Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for toasting the bread.
- 2
Prepare the Bread
Slice the baguette into 1/2 inch thick slices. Lay the slices on a baking sheet.
- 3
Topping
- 4
Chop the Tomatoes
Dice the ripe tomatoes into small pieces and place them in a mixing bowl.
- 5
Prepare the Basil
Chop the fresh basil leaves finely and add them to the bowl with the tomatoes.
- 6
Add Garlic
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the tomato and basil mixture.
- 7
Season the Mixture
Add the balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix everything gently to combine.
- 8
Toast the Bread
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and toast the bread for about 5-7 minutes or until golden brown.
- 9
Top the Bread
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool slightly. Spoon the tomato and basil mixture generously over each slice of toasted bread.