Bruschetta Recipe
Grilled bread topped with diced tomatoes, garlic, and basil.
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Ingredients
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Bread
Topping
Method
Preparation of Topping
- 1
Prepare the Tomatoes
Dice the ripe tomatoes into small pieces and place them in a mixing bowl.
- 2
Add Garlic and Basil
Mince the garlic cloves and add to the bowl with the diced tomatoes. Chop the fresh basil leaves and mix them in as well.
- 3
Season the Mixture
Add salt and black pepper to the tomato mixture. Stir well to combine all ingredients. Let it sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Preparation of Bread
- 4
Slice the Bread
Cut the baguette or Italian bread into 1/2 inch thick slices.
- 5
Assemble the Bruschetta
- 6
Top the Bread
Remove the grilled bread from the grill and place on a serving platter. Spoon the tomato mixture generously onto each slice.
- 7
Serve Immediately
Serve the bruschetta immediately while the bread is still warm and crispy.