Bruschetta Recipe
Grilled bread topped with tomatoes, basil, and balsamic glaze.
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Ingredients
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Bread
Toppings
Method
Preparation of Bread
- 1
Slice the Baguette
Cut the baguette into 1/2 inch thick slices on a diagonal.
- 2
Brush with Olive Oil
Arrange the sliced baguette on a baking sheet and brush both sides with olive oil.
- 3
Grill the Bread
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Grill the bread slices for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until they are golden brown and crispy.
Preparation of Toppings
- 4
Chop the Tomatoes
Dice the fresh tomatoes and place them in a mixing bowl.
- 5
Mince the Garlic
Finely mince the garlic cloves and add them to the bowl with the tomatoes.
- 6
Add Basil and Season
Chop the fresh basil leaves and add them to the tomato mixture. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Mix well to combine.
- 7
Drizzle with Balsamic Glaze
Just before serving, drizzle the balsamic glaze over the tomato and basil mixture.
Assembly and Serving
- 8
Top the Bread
Spoon the tomato and basil mixture generously onto each slice of grilled bread.
- 9
Serve Immediately
Serve the bruschetta immediately while the bread is warm.