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Ingredients
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Bruschetta Topping
Bread
Method
Bruschetta Topping Preparation
- 1
Chop the Tomatoes
Dice the ripe tomatoes into small pieces and place them in a mixing bowl.
- 2
Prepare the Basil
Chop the fresh basil leaves finely and add them to the bowl with the tomatoes.
- 3
Mince the Garlic
Peel and mince the garlic cloves, then add them to the tomato and basil mixture.
- 4
Add Olive Oil and Vinegar
Pour in 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil and 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar into the bowl.
- 5
Season the Mixture
Add 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of black pepper to taste. Mix everything together until well combined.
Bread Preparation
- 6
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 7
Slice the Bread
Cut the baguette or Italian bread into 1/2 inch thick slices.
- 8
- 9
Toast the Bread
Place the slices on a baking sheet, oiled side up, and toast in the preheated oven for about 5-7 minutes or until golden brown.
Assembly
- 10
Top the Bread
Once the bread is toasted, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly. Spoon the tomato and basil mixture on top of each slice.
- 11
Serve Immediately
Serve the bruschetta immediately while the bread is still warm. Enjoy!
