Bruschetta Recipe
Toasted Bread with Tomatoes, Basil and Garlic
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Ingredients
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Bread
Topping
Method
Preparation of Topping
- 1
Chop Tomatoes
Dice the ripe tomatoes into small pieces and place them in a mixing bowl.
- 2
Add Basil
Chop the fresh basil leaves roughly and add them to the diced tomatoes.
- 3
Prepare Garlic
Mince the garlic cloves finely and add them to the tomato and basil mixture.
- 4
Season the Mixture
Add balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper to the bowl and mix gently until well combined.
Bread Preparation
- 5
Slice the Bread
Cut the baguette or Italian bread into ½ inch thick slices.
- 6
Toast the Bread
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the slices on a baking sheet and brush one side with olive oil. Toast in the oven for about 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown.
Assembly
- 7
Top the Toasts
Remove the toasted bread from the oven and let it cool slightly. Spoon the tomato topping generously onto the oiled side of each slice.
- 8
Serve
Serve the bruschetta immediately as an appetizer or snack.
