Bruschetta Recipe

Time30m

Serves8

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Ingredients

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1
Chop Tomatoes
Dice the ripe tomatoes into small cubes and place them in a mixing bowl.
2
Add Basil
Chop the fresh basil leaves finely and add them to the bowl with the diced tomatoes.
3
Mince Garlic
Peel and mince the garlic cloves, then add them to the tomato and basil mixture.
4
Mix Ingredients
Add the extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Toss everything together until well combined.
5
Let it Rest
Let the tomato mixture sit for about 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

6
Slice Bread
Slice the baguette or Italian bread into 1/2 inch thick pieces.
7
Brush with Olive Oil
Brush both sides of the bread slices with extra virgin olive oil.
8
Toast Bread
Preheat a grill or oven to medium-high heat. Toast the bread slices until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.

9
Top Bread with Tomato Mixture
Remove the toasted bread from the grill or oven and top each slice generously with the tomato mixture.
10
Serve Immediately
Serve the bruschetta immediately while the bread is warm and crispy.