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Ingredients
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Bread
Topping
Method
Preparation of Topping
- 1
Dice the Tomatoes
Wash the tomatoes, remove the stems, and dice them into small pieces.
- 2
Chop the Basil
Wash the basil leaves and chop them finely.
- 3
Prepare the Garlic
Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
- 4
Mix the Topping
In a mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped basil, minced garlic, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well combined and set aside to let the flavors meld.
Preparing the Bread
- 5
Slice the Baguette
Slice the baguette diagonally into 1/2 inch thick slices.
- 6
Toast the Bread
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the bread slices on a baking sheet and brush one side with olive oil. Bake for about 8-10 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Assembly
- 7
Top the Bread
Remove the toasted bread from the oven and let it cool for a minute. Spoon the tomato and basil mixture generously on top of the toasted side of each slice.
- 8
Serve
Serve the bruschetta immediately while the bread is still warm.