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How to Make a Classic Italian Bruschetta

Total Time 40 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 12 Servings

Ingredients
  

Topping:

  • 6 Roma Tomatoes Diced, and Drained
  • 1/3 Cup Fresh Basil Chopped
  • 5 Garlic Cloves Minced & Divided
  • 1 Tbsp. Balsamic Vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp. Olive Oil
  • Salt
  • Pepper

Toast:

  • 1 Baguette Sliced
  • 3 Tbsp. Olive Oil
  • 1/3 Cup Parmesan Cheese Grated

Instructions
 

  • Core and dice the tomatoes, drain the excess juice from the tomatoes and place it in a medium bowl.
  • Slice basil so you have strips add it to the bowl of tomatoes. Dice garlic place 1 clove worth into the olive oil for the toast and the rest in the bowl of tomatoes.
  • Season the tomatoes with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper stir gently, and allow to rest for 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Preheat your oven to 400˚F.
  • Slice the baguette into about 1/2" slices. Brush both sides with garlic-infused olive oil. Place on a baking sheet and sprinkle with the parmesan cheese. Place in the oven and bake for about 5 to 7 minutes until the edges become golden brown.
  • Remove from the oven and top with the tomato mixture. Drizzle with a little balsamic reduction and serve.