Bruschetta Recipe
Grilled bread topped with diced tomatoes, garlic, and basil.
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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 cut them into small cubes. Place them in a mixing bowl.
- 2
Mince the Garlic
Peel the garlic cloves and mince them finely. Add the minced garlic to the bowl with the tomatoes.
- 3
Chop the Basil
Rinse the basil leaves, pat dry, and chop them roughly. Add the chopped basil to the tomato and garlic mixture.
- 4
Season the Mixture
Drizzle the balsamic vinegar, and sprinkle the salt and black pepper over the tomato mixture. Toss everything gently to combine. Let it sit to marinate while preparing the bread.
Preparation of Bread
- 5
Slice the Baguette
Cut the baguette diagonally into 1/2 inch thick slices to create more surface area for toasting.
- 6
- 7
Assembly
- 8
Top the Bread
Remove the grilled bread from the grill and let it cool slightly. Spoon the tomato mixture generously onto the oiled side of each slice.
- 9
Serve
Arrange the bruschetta on a serving platter and serve immediately for the best taste.