Bruschetta Recipe
Italian classic with fresh tomatoes and herbs.
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Ingredients
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For the Bruschetta Topping
For the Toast
Method
Prepare the Bruschetta Topping
- 1
Chop the Tomatoes
Dice the Roma tomatoes into small pieces and place them in a mixing bowl.
- 2
Add Fresh Basil
Chop the fresh basil leaves and add them to the bowl with the diced tomatoes.
- 3
Mince the Garlic
Peel and mince the garlic cloves, then add the minced garlic to the tomato and basil mixture.
- 4
- 5
Let It Marinate
Allow the bruschetta topping to sit for about 15 minutes at room temperature to let the flavors meld.
Prepare the Toast
- 6
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 7
Slice the Baguette
Slice the baguette diagonally into 1/2-inch thick slices.
- 8
Brush with Olive Oil
Place the slices on a baking sheet and brush both sides with the extra virgin olive oil.
- 9
Toast the Bread
Toast the bread slices in the preheated oven for about 5-7 minutes, or until they are golden and crispy.
Assemble the Bruschetta
- 10
Top the Toast
Remove the toasted bread from the oven and let it cool slightly. Spoon the marinated tomato mixture generously over each slice.
- 11
Serve Immediately
Serve the bruschetta immediately while the toast is still warm for the best flavor and texture.
