Bruschetta Recipe
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Ingredients
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For the Tomato Topping
For the Bread
Method
Preparation of Tomato Topping
- 1
Chop the Tomatoes
Dice the fresh tomatoes into small cubes and place them in a mixing bowl.
- 2
Prepare the Basil
Chop the fresh basil leaves finely and add them to the bowl with the tomatoes.
- 3
Mince the Garlic
Peel and mince the garlic cloves, then add them to the tomato and basil mixture.
- 4
- 5
Let it Rest
Allow the tomato topping to sit for at least 15-20 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Preparation of the Bread
- 6
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 7
Slice the Bread
Slice the baguette or Italian bread into 1/2 inch thick slices.
- 8
Brush with Olive Oil
Place the bread slices on a baking sheet and brush each slice with olive oil on one side.
- 9
Toast the Bread
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and toast the bread for about 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown.
Assembly
- 10
Top the Bread
Remove the toasted bread from the oven and let it cool slightly. Spoon the prepared tomato topping generously onto each slice of bread.
- 11
Serve
Serve the bruschetta immediately as an appetizer or snack. Enjoy!
