Bruschetta Recipe

Inspired by Open Sesame

Time30m

Serves4

Grilled bread topped with a mix of tomatoes, garlic, and basil.

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Ingredients

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1
Chop Tomatoes
Dice the fresh tomatoes into small cubes and place them in a mixing bowl.
2
Mince Garlic
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves, then add them to the bowl with the tomatoes.
3
Chop Basil
Rinse the fresh basil leaves, pat them dry, and chop them into small pieces before adding them to the mixing bowl.
4
Season the Mixture
Add balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper to the tomato mixture. Stir gently to combine all the ingredients well.

5
Slice the Bread
Cut the baguette or Italian bread into 1/2 inch thick slices.
6
Brush with Olive Oil
Brush each slice of bread with olive oil on both sides.
7
Grill the Bread
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Grill the bread slices for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.

8
Top the Bread
Once the bread is grilled, remove it from the heat and top each slice generously with the tomato mixture.
9
Serve Immediately
Arrange the bruschetta on a serving platter and serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.