Bruschetta Recipe
Fresh tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella on toasted bread.
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Ingredients
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Bruschetta Ingredients
Method
Bruschetta Preparation Steps
- 1
Prepare the Tomato Mixture
Chop the fresh tomatoes and add them to a mixing bowl. Tear the basil leaves and add them to the tomatoes.
- 2
Add Seasoning
Drizzle olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the tomato and basil mixture. Add salt and black pepper to taste. Mix gently to combine.
- 3
Toast the Bread
Slice the baguette or Italian bread into 1/2 inch slices. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the slices on a baking sheet and brush lightly with olive oil. Toast in the oven for about 5-7 minutes or until golden brown.
- 4
Assemble the Bruschetta
Remove the toasted bread from the oven. Top each slice with a generous spoonful of the tomato mixture. Finally, sprinkle the mozzarella cheese over the top.
- 5
Serve
Serve immediately while the bread is still warm. Enjoy your bruschetta!