Bruschetta Recipe
Toasted bread topped with tomatoes, basil, and garlic.
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Ingredients
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Bread
Topping
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Tomatoes
Dice the fresh tomatoes into small pieces and place them in a mixing bowl.
- 2
Add Basil and Garlic
Finely chop the fresh basil leaves and mince the garlic cloves. Add both to the bowl with the tomatoes.
- 3
- 4
Slice the Baguette
Cut the baguette into 1/2 inch thick slices. You should have about 12 slices.
Toast the Bread
- 5
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 6
Arrange the Bread
Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- 7
Toast the Bread
Toast the bread in the oven for about 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Assembly
- 8
Top the Bread
Remove the toasted bread from the oven and let it cool slightly. Spoon the tomato mixture generously onto each slice.
- 9
Serve
Serve immediately as an appetizer or snack. Enjoy your bruschetta!