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Bruschetta

This classic Italian appetizer features crunchy toasted baguette slices topped with a vibrant mixture of ripe tomatoes, fresh basil, garlic, and olive oil for a quick and flavorful starter.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 French baguette sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 4 ripe tomatoes diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil plus more for drizzling
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Oven or toaster oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Knife and cutting board
  • spoon

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Slice the baguette into 1/2-inch thick pieces.
  3. Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush lightly with olive oil.
  4. Toast the bread in the preheated oven for 5 to 7 minutes, or until golden brown.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped basil, minced garlic, and 3 tablespoons of olive oil.
  6. Season the tomato mixture with salt and black pepper to taste.
  7. Generously spoon the tomato mixture onto each toasted bread slice.
  8. Drizzle the assembled bruschetta with extra olive oil and serve immediately.

Notes

Use high-quality olive oil for drizzling to elevate the flavors.