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Bruschetta or Crostini Recipe

Italian · Appetizer · 20 min total

Classic Italian appetizer featuring toasted bread topped with fresh tomatoes, basil, and garlic. Simple yet flavorful, perfect for summer entertaining.

Ingredients

• 8 slices (1/2-inch thick) Italian baguette or ciabatta
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
• 1 garlic clove, peeled and halved
• 4 ripe Roma tomatoes, diced (about 1 1/2 cups)
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange bread slices on a baking sheet and brush both sides with 2 tablespoons olive oil. Toast for 5 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
2. Rub one side of each toast with the cut garlic clove. Set aside.
3. In a medium bowl, combine diced tomatoes, basil, remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Toss gently.
4. Spoon tomato mixture onto each toast, dividing evenly. Serve immediately.
5. Optional: Drizzle with extra olive oil or balsamic glaze before serving.

Tips

• Use the ripest tomatoes for best flavor.
• Can be made gluten-free with gluten-free bread.
• Assemble just before serving to keep bread crisp.

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