Bruschette All Romana Recipe

Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the bread

   Preheat your oven to 200°C (about 400°F). Slice the baguette or Italian bread into 1-inch thick slices.

2. 2

   Toast the bread

   Place the slices on a baking sheet and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Bake in the preheated oven for 5-7 minutes until golden and crispy.

3. 3

   Prepare the tomato topping

   While the bread is toasting, dice the ripe tomatoes and place them in a bowl. Add chopped fresh basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently.

4. 4

   Add cheese

   Tear the fresh mozzarella into small pieces and gently fold it into the tomato mixture.

5. 5

   Garlic rub

   Remove the toasted bread from the oven and rub one side of each slice with the garlic cloves to impart flavor.

6. 6

   Assemble the bruschette

   Spoon the tomato and mozzarella mixture generously onto the garlic-rubbed side of each toasted bread slice. Drizzle with the remaining olive oil.

7. 7

   Serve

   Serve immediately while the bread is still warm and crispy.