Bruschetta Recipe
Toasted bread topped with fresh tomatoes and basil.
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Ingredients
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Bread
Topping
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prep the Bread
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the baguette into 1/2 inch thick slices.
- 2
Toast the Bread
Arrange the sliced baguette on a baking sheet. Brush both sides with olive oil. Toast in the preheated oven for about 5-7 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Topping Preparation
- 3
Prepare the Tomatoes
While the bread is toasting, wash and dice the fresh tomatoes. Place them in a bowl.
- 4
Add Basil and Seasoning
Chop the fresh basil leaves and add them to the bowl with the tomatoes. Mince the garlic cloves and add them as well. Drizzle the balsamic vinegar over the mixture and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 5
Mix the Topping
Gently toss all the ingredients in the bowl until well combined.
Assembly
- 6
Top the Toasts
Once the bread is toasted, remove it from the oven. Spoon the tomato and basil mixture generously over each slice of toasted baguette.
- 7
Serve
Arrange the bruschetta on a serving platter and serve immediately while the bread is still warm.