Bruschetta Recipe
Grilled bread topped with tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella.
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Ingredients
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Bread
Topping
Method
Preparing the Bread
- 1
Slice the Baguette
Using a serrated knife, slice the baguette diagonally into 1/2 inch thick slices.
- 2
Brush with Olive Oil
Place 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-high heat. Grill the bread slices for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until they are golden brown and crispy.
Preparing the Topping
- 4
Chop the Tomatoes
Dice the tomatoes into small pieces and place them in a mixing bowl.
- 5
Prepare the Basil
Rinse the fresh basil leaves and chop them roughly. Add to the bowl with the tomatoes.
- 6
Add Mozzarella
Cut the mozzarella cheese into small cubes and add it to the mixing bowl.
- 7
Mince the Garlic
Peel and mince the garlic cloves, then add them to the bowl with the other ingredients.
- 8
Season the Mixture
Add salt, black pepper, and balsamic vinegar to the mixture. Stir gently to combine all ingredients.
Assembling the Bruschetta
- 9
Top the Bread
Once the bread is grilled, remove it from the grill and let it cool slightly. Top each slice with the tomato and mozzarella mixture.
- 10
Serve
Arrange the bruschetta on a serving platter and serve immediately.
