ITALIAN BRUSCHETTA SIMPLE RECIPE
MAKING A CLASSIC ITALIAN BRUSCHETTA IS SIMPLE, FRESH, AND DELICIOUS. HERE'S A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO MAKING THE BEST BRUSCHETTA
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Ingredients:
1 loaf of Italian baguette or crusty bread
4-5 ripe tomatoes (Roma tomatoes work best)
2-3 cloves of garlic
Fresh basil (a handful)
Extra virgin olive oil (about 3 tbsp)
Salt and pepper (to taste)
Balsamic vinegar (optional, about 1 tbsp)
1 teaspoon of sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
Instructions:
Prepare the tomatoes:
Cut the tomatoes in half and remove the seeds if you prefer a less watery topping (this is optional).
Dice the tomatoes into small cubes.
Place the chopped tomatoes in a bowl and sprinkle with a pinch of salt. Let them sit for about 10-15 minutes to release excess moisture.
Prepare the garlic and basil:
Peel and finely chop the garlic cloves.
Chop the fresh basil leaves into thin ribbons or small pieces.
Combine the tomato mixture:
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Add the chopped garlic and basil to the diced tomatoes.
Drizzle with about 2 tablespoons of olive oil and mix well.
- Optional: Add a splash of balsamic vinegar for a tangy twist and a teaspoon of sugar to balance acidity (if desired) *
Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper, if needed.
Let the mixture sit for about 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to marry.
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Prepare the bread:
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Alternatively, you can grill the bread.
Slice the loaf of bread into 1-inch thick slices.
Arrange the bread slices on a baking sheet.
Toast the bread in the oven for about 8-10 minutes until golden brown and crisp. You can also grill the slices for a nice smoky flavor.
Assemble the bruschetta:
Once the bread is toasted, rub one side of each slice with a cut garlic clove to infuse the bread with garlic flavor.
Spoon the tomato mixture onto each slice of toasted bread.
Serve:
Drizzle with the remaining olive oil for a finishing touch.
Optionally, sprinkle with extra basil or a little bit of Parmesan cheese.