Bruschetta

Who doesn’t enjoy bruschetta? Toasted baguette topped with seasoned fresh tomatoes and melted mozza. Mmmmm! It’s a popular appetizer. And it comes together quickly. The topping can be prepared 2-3 days ahead.

Makes about 25 slices.

Bruschetta

Who doesn’t enjoy bruschetta? This recipe comes together quickly. The topping can be prepared 2-3 days ahead.
Makes about 25 slices.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Servings: 25 slices
Calories: 61kcal

Equipment

  • 1 baking sheet

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Tomatoes seeded and diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced or ½ tsp garlic powder
  • 1/3 cup Olive oil
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp Dried basil
  • ½ tsp Salt
  • ¼ tsp Ground pepper
  • ½ cup Mozzarella cheese grated
  • 1 Baguette

Instructions

  • Combine first seven ingredients in a bowl. Cover and let stand for at least one hour so flavours blend.
  • Cut baguette on the angle into ¾ inch slices and place on a cookie sheet.
  • Stir ½ of mozzarella into the tomato mixture and spoon onto baguette slices.
  • Sprinkle remaining mozzarella on top.
  • Place under broiler until cheese is melted and bread edges are toasted.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 61kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 125mg | Potassium: 47mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 115IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 0.5mg
Seasoned fresh tomatoes mixed with melted mozzarella on a toasted baguette. It doesn’t get any better. Julia Stewart photo.

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