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Ingredients
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Bruschetta Topping
Bread
Method
Prepare Topping
- 1
Chop Tomatoes
Dice the Roma tomatoes into small pieces and place them in a mixing bowl.
- 2
Add Basil
Chop the fresh basil leaves and add them to the diced tomatoes.
- 3
Season Mixture
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the mixing bowl. Then, drizzle in the olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 4
Mix Well
Gently toss all the ingredients together until well combined. Set aside to allow flavors to meld.
Toast Bread
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 6
Slice Bread
Slice the baguette or Italian bread into 1/2 inch thick slices.
- 7
Arrange on Baking Sheet
Place the slices of bread on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- 8
Toast Bread
Toast the bread in the preheated oven for about 5-7 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Assemble Bruschetta
- 9
Top Toasted Bread
Remove the toasted bread from the oven and let it cool slightly. Spoon the tomato and basil mixture generously onto each slice of toasted bread.
- 10
Serve
Serve immediately while the bread is still warm. Enjoy your delicious bruschetta!