Bruschetta Recipe
Toasted bread topped with fresh tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella.
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Ingredients
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Bread
Topping
Method
Preparation of Topping
- 1
Prepare Tomatoes
Wash the fresh tomatoes and dice them into small cubes. Place them in a mixing bowl.
- 2
Add Basil
Rinse the fresh basil leaves, pat dry, and chop them coarsely. Add the chopped basil to the bowl with the tomatoes.
- 3
Include Mozzarella
Dice the fresh mozzarella into small pieces and add it to the bowl with the tomatoes and basil.
- 4
Season the Mixture
Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the mixture. Season with salt and black pepper, and gently toss everything together until well combined.
Toasting the Bread
- 5
Slice the Baguette
Slice the baguette into 1/2 inch thick slices on a diagonal.
- 6
Toast the Bread
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the sliced baguette on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for about 5-7 minutes or until golden brown and crisp.