Bruschetta Recipe
Tomato, basil, and mozzarella on toasted bread
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Bread
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the baguette or Italian bread into 1/2 inch thick slices. Arrange the slices on a baking sheet.
- 2
Toast the Bread
Drizzle the bread slices with 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil. Toast them in the oven for about 5-7 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Prepare the Topping
- 3
Chop the Tomatoes
While the bread is toasting, wash and dice the tomatoes into small cubes. Place them in a mixing bowl.
- 4
Add Basil and Seasoning
Chop the fresh basil leaves and add them to the bowl with the tomatoes. Drizzle the mixture with 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil and the balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Mix everything gently.
- 5
Slice the Mozzarella
Slice the fresh mozzarella cheese into thin rounds and set aside.
Assemble the Bruschetta
- 6
Top the Toasts
Once the bread is toasted, remove it from the oven. Spoon the tomato and basil mixture generously onto each slice.
- 7
Add Mozzarella
Place a slice of mozzarella cheese on top of each bruschetta.
Final Touches
- 8
Serve
Drizzle a little more extra virgin olive oil over the assembled bruschetta if desired. Serve immediately while the bread is still warm.
