Bruschetta Recipe

Time20m

Serves4

Toasted bread topped with tomatoes, basil, and olive oil.

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Ingredients

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1
Chop Tomatoes
Dice the ripe tomatoes into small cubes and place them in a mixing bowl.
2
Prepare Basil
Chop the fresh basil leaves finely and add them to the bowl with tomatoes.
3
Add Garlic
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the tomato and basil mixture.
4
Season the Mixture
Drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil, sprinkle with salt, and add black pepper to taste. Mix well to combine all ingredients.

5
Slice the Baguette
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the baguette into 1/2 inch thick slices.
6
Toast the Bread
Place the sliced baguette on a baking sheet and toast in the preheated oven for about 5-7 minutes or until golden brown and crisp.

7
Top the Bread
Remove the toasted baguette slices from the oven and allow them to cool slightly. Spoon the tomato, basil, and garlic mixture generously onto each slice.
8
Serve
Arrange the bruschetta on a serving platter and enjoy immediately.