Bruschetta Recipe
Toasted bread topped with diced tomatoes, basil, and garlic.
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Ingredients
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Bread
Topping
Method
Preparation of Bread
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Slice the baguette into 1/2 inch thick slices.
- 3
Place the slices on a baking sheet and brush both sides with olive oil.
- 4
Toast in the preheated oven for about 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Preparation of Topping
- 5
While the bread is toasting, dice the tomatoes and place them in a mixing bowl.
- 6
Chop the fresh basil leaves and add them to the bowl with the tomatoes.
- 7
Mince the garlic cloves and add to the tomato and basil mixture.
- 8
Drizzle the balsamic vinegar over the mixture and season with salt and pepper. Stir gently to combine.
Assembly
- 9
Once the bread is toasted, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- 10
Top each slice of toasted bread with a generous spoonful of the tomato mixture.
- 11
Serve immediately while the bread is warm and the topping is fresh.