Bruschetta Recipe
Toasted bread topped with tomatoes, garlic, and basil.
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Ingredients
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Bread
Topping
Method
Preparation of Topping
- 1
Chop the Tomatoes
Dice the Roma tomatoes into small pieces and place them in a mixing bowl.
- 2
Prepare Garlic
Mince the garlic cloves finely and add them to the bowl with the diced tomatoes.
- 3
Add Basil
Chop the fresh basil leaves and mix them into the bowl with tomatoes and garlic.
- 4
Season the Mixture
Add balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper to the mixture and stir well to combine. Let it sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Preparation of Bread
- 5
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 6
Slice the Bread
Cut the baguette or Italian bread into 1/2 inch slices.
- 7
Brush with Olive Oil
Arrange the bread slices on a baking sheet and brush each slice lightly with olive oil.
- 8
Toast the Bread
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and toast for about 5-7 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and crispy.
Assembly
- 9
Top the Bread
Remove the toasted bread from the oven and let it cool slightly. Spoon the tomato mixture generously onto each slice.
- 10
Serve
Serve immediately while the bread is warm and the topping is fresh.
