Tomato and Basil-Topped Garlic Bruschetta |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Briefly cook the garlic, onion, and tomato to mellow and meld the flavors. If you have your grill going, toast the bread on it for a smoky finish. Ingredients:
6 (1-ounce) slices italian bread or peasant bread |
1 garlic clove, halved and divided |
4 teaspoons olive oil |
3 cups finely chopped seeded tomato (about 2 pounds) |
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion |
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar |
2 teaspoons capers |
3 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 425°.
2. Arrange bread slices in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake at 425° for 8 minutes, turning after 4 minutes. Rub one side of toast with cut side of 1 garlic clove half; set toast aside. Discard garlic clove half. Mince remaining garlic clove half.
3. Heat oil in a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic to pan; cook 30 seconds, stirring constantly. Add tomato and onion to pan; cook 30 seconds, stirring constantly. Remove pan from heat. Stir in vinegar and capers. Cool completely. Stir in basil, salt, and pepper. Spoon 1/3 cup tomato mixture onto each toast slice. Serve immediately.
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