Sep 24 2026
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Bruschetta Recipe

Inspired by Villa Italia Restaurant & Bar
Time30m
Serves4

Tomato or White Bean

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Ingredients

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Tomato Bruschetta

White Bean Bruschetta

Method

Tomato Bruschetta

  1. 1

    Prepare the Tomato Mixture

    Dice the Roma tomatoes and place them in a bowl. Add chopped fresh basil, minced garlic, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and let it sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

  2. 2

    Toast the Bread

    Slice the baguette or Italian bread into 1/2 inch slices. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the bread slices on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.

  3. 3

    Assemble the Bruschetta

    Spoon the tomato mixture onto the toasted bread slices. Serve immediately.

White Bean Bruschetta

  1. 4

    Prepare the White Bean Mixture

    Rinse and drain the canned white beans. In a bowl, mash the beans lightly with a fork. Add fresh lemon juice, chopped rosemary, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

  2. 5

    Toast the Bread

    Slice the baguette or Italian bread into 1/2 inch slices. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the bread slices on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.

  3. 6

    Assemble the Bruschetta

    Spread the white bean mixture onto the toasted bread slices. Serve immediately.

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