Bruschetta

Bruschetta

 

Bruschetta is a fresh, simple and delicious Italian appetizer that can be prepared in minutes and enjoyed any time of the year.

Ingredients

Makes 24 small slices, serves 6-10 as an appetizer

  • About 1.5 lbs of cherry or roma tomatoes
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (about 2 teaspoons)
  • 1.5 Tbsp Cazzetta EVOO (Garlic or Basil Infused works well too)
  • 6-8 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced* or chopped
  • 3/4 teaspoon sea salt, more or less to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, more or less to taste
  • 1 baguette French bread or similar Italian bread
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) EVOO

Procedure

  1. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) - use the upper rack.
  2. Finely chop the tomatoes and garlic, mix in a bowl with 1.5 Tbsp of EVOO. Stir in the salt, as well as the basil.
  3. Slice the bread of your choosing into half-inch thick slices.
  4. Brush one side of each slice with olive oil and place olive oil-side down on a baking sheet or roasting pan. Put slices in the oven on the top rack and toast until golden brown (approx. 5 minutes).
  5. Arrange bread olive oil side up on a platter and spoon tomato mixture on each slice.
  6. Enjoy!

 

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