Classic Bruschetta
A fresh and flavorful Italian appetizer featuring slices of toasted bread rubbed with garlic, topped with a vibrant mixture of diced fresh tomatoes, basil, and a drizzle of olive oil. Perfect for two.
Prepare the tomato topping
In a medium bowl, combine 2 large diced tomatoes, 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper. Stir gently to combine. Let this mixture sit for at least 5 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
💡 Pro Tips:
- •Dicing tomatoes evenly ensures a good texture in the topping.
- •Letting the mixture sit helps the flavors meld together.
Toast the bread
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C), or heat a grill pan or large skillet over medium heat. Arrange 4-6 slices of bread on a baking sheet (if using oven) or directly on the hot pan. Toast for 3-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove from heat. While still warm, gently rub one side of each toasted bread slice with the peeled 1 clove garlic. This adds a subtle garlic flavor.
💡 Pro Tips:
- •Toasting the bread prevents it from getting soggy from the tomato mixture.
- •Rubbing with garlic infuses a pleasant aroma.
Assemble and serve
Spoon a generous amount of the tomato and basil mixture onto the garlic-rubbed side of each toasted bread slice. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze over the assembled bruschetta. Serve immediately as an appetizer.
💡 Pro Tips:
- •Assemble just before serving to maintain the crispness of the bread.
- •Balsamic glaze adds a sweet and tangy finish.
- Medium bowl
- Baking sheet or grill pan/large skillet
- Knife and cutting board
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- 💡For a deeper garlic flavor, you can finely mince the garlic and mix it directly into the tomato topping.
- 💡Ensure tomatoes are ripe and flavorful for the best results.
- 💡You can add a tiny pinch of red pepper flakes to the tomato mixture for a subtle kick.
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