Bruschetta Recipe
Topped with fresh tomatoes, basil, and balsamic reduction.
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Ingredients
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Bread
Topping
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prep the Baguette
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the baguette into 1/2 inch thick slices.
- 2
Brush with Olive Oil
Place the sliced baguette on a baking sheet and brush each slice lightly with olive oil.
Baking
- 3
Toast the Bread
Bake the slices in the preheated oven for about 5-7 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Making the Topping
- 4
Prepare the Tomato Mixture
While the bread is toasting, chop the fresh tomatoes and place them in a bowl.
- 5
Add Garlic and Basil
Finely mince the garlic cloves and chop the basil leaves before adding them to the bowl with the tomatoes.
- 6
Season the Mixture
Add salt and black pepper to the tomato mixture and stir gently to combine all ingredients.
Assembling
- 7
Top the Toast
Once the baguette slices are toasted, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool slightly. Spoon the tomato mixture generously onto each slice.
- 8
Drizzle with Balsamic Reduction
Finish by drizzling balsamic reduction over the topped bruschetta.