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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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This easy bruschetta is so simple, flavorful and impressive. The fresher the ingredients, the better! Ingredients:
1 small loaf french baguette or italian loaf |
1 cup cherry tomatoes, chopped |
4 cloves garlic |
1 tsp balsamic vinegar |
2 tbs extra virgin olive oil |
2 tbs fresh basil, roughly chopped |
6 oz fresh mozzarella |
Directions:
1. Add tomatoes and vinegar to a small bowl and set aside
2. In a non stick pan, heat olive oil.
3. Cook 3 cloves of garlic in 2 Tbs olive oil until golden brown, stirring constantly
4. Add garlic and oil to tomatoes
5. Slice loaf of French or Italian bread on a bias and place on oiled cookie sheet in a single layer;
6. Bake at 350 for 5 minutes or less to lightly toast bread. The bread can also be toasted on a grill for a bit more flavor (this goes quickly so be careful not to burn your toast!)
7. Immediately rub with a garlic clove and drizzle with extra virgin olive oil.
8. Mix basil into tomato mixture
9. Top each slice toast with a slice of fresh mozzarella and a heaping spoonful of tomato mixture.
10. Serve immediately.
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