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Ingredients
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Bread
Topping
Method
Preparation of Topping
- 1
Chop Tomatoes
Dice the tomatoes into small pieces and place them in a mixing bowl.
- 2
Add Basil
Chop the fresh basil leaves and add them to the bowl with the diced tomatoes.
- 3
Mince Garlic
Peel and mince the garlic cloves, then add them to the tomato and basil mixture.
- 4
Season Mixture
Sprinkle salt and black pepper over the mixture and gently toss to combine. Let it sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Preparing the Bread
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 6
Slice Baguette
Cut the baguette into 1/2 inch thick slices.
- 7
Brush with Olive Oil
Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush one side with olive oil.
- 8
Toast Bread
Toast the bread in the preheated oven for about 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Assembling Bruschetta
- 9
Top Bread with Mixture
Remove the toasted baguette from the oven and allow to cool slightly. Spoon the tomato and basil mixture generously over the toasted side of each slice.
- 10
Serve Immediately
Serve the bruschetta immediately while the bread is warm and the topping is fresh.