Bruschetta Recipe
Toasted bread topped with tomatoes and basil.
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Ingredients
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Bread
Topping
Method
Preparation of Topping
- 1
Prepare the Tomatoes
Wash the tomatoes, remove their stems, and chop them into small cubes.
- 2
Add Garlic and Basil
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the chopped tomatoes. Chop the basil leaves and mix them in as well.
- 3
Season the Mixture
Add salt and black pepper to the tomato mixture and stir gently to combine. Let it sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Bread Preparation
- 4
Slice the Baguette
Cut the baguette into 1/2 inch thick slices.
- 5
Toast the Bread
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet, brush them with olive oil, and toast in the oven for about 5-7 minutes or until golden brown.
Assembly
- 6
Top the Bread
Remove the toasted bread from the oven and let it cool slightly. Spoon the tomato mixture generously onto each slice of toasted baguette.
- 7
Serve
Serve immediately while the bread is warm and the topping is fresh.