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Classic Tomato Bruschetta
Prep Time
10
mins
Cook Time
5
mins
Total Time
35
mins
Course:
Appetizer
Cuisine:
Italian
Servings:
2
serving
Ingredients
For topping:
5
small tomatoes
ripe
2
Tbsp
olive oil
1
clove
garlic
finely chopped
2
Tbsp
balsamic vinegar
5
fresh basil leaves
sliced into thin strips
1/8
tsp
salt
1/4
tsp
pepper
For serving:
1
baguette or ciabatta loaf
grated parmesan
optional
extra basil
optional
Instructions
Preheat the oven to broil
Slice the baguette into diagonal pieces, about 1/2" wide and brush with the olive oil.
Broil for 60-90 seconds or until the bread is a deep, golden brown. Watch closely and rotate the pan to get even browning, if needed.
To prepare the tomatoes, cut them in half, gently squeeze some of the juice out, and use your thumb to pull out all of the seeds. Chop small.
Place tomatoes in a mixing bowl and add basil, garlic, vinegar and seasoning. Stir well to combine.
Taste and adjust for seasoning. If it tastes acidic, you can add a pinch of sugar to balance it out.
Spread tomato mixture on baguette, sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan and extra basil if desired, and enjoy!
For extra flavor, let tomato mixture marinate at room temperature for 20-30 minutes before serving.