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Tomato and Basil Bruschetta

Recipe #44232 | 45 min | 10 min prep | SERVES 4 (Change Servings)

RECIPE BY: BothFex

My first culinary "success." This recipe came from a great book _Cucina Amore_, and is often requested by friends and family.

Posted on: Oct 25, 2002

Ingredients

  • 6 roma tomato, diced
  • cloves garlic, chopped
  • cloves garlic, peeled
  • tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
  • tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper
  • slices Italian bread, cut about 1 inch thick
  • tablespoons grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese
  • Directions

    1. 1
      Whisk together chopped garlic, vinegar, salt, pepper, and basil.
    2. 2
      When combined slowly drizzle in oil.
    3. 3
      Add tomatoes and let sit for 20 minutes at room temp.
    4. 4
      Meanwhile back at the bat cave, toast the bread.
    5. 5
      This can be done either in the toaster (if it's got really wide slots) or under the broiler (if using this method watch closely so it doesn't become a brickette).
    6. 6
      When the bread is toasted rub each piece, on one side, with the whole garlic pieces.
    7. 7
      Place the bread on a cookie sheet and top with tomato mixture.
    8. 8
      Sprinkle on a little cheese and broil till the cheese melts (you can skip that last broiling bit and it's equally as wonderful).
    9. 9
      Serve immediately.
    10. 10
      The tomato mixture also makes a wonderful vinegrette for an antipasto salad.
    11. 11
      Enjoy!

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    From: LuvMyBabies

    On May 16, 2008

    very good, thank you!

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  • From: WINNIE246

    On May 12, 2008

    Yum Yum Yum! So easy and tasty. I will keep this in my appetizer recipes for sure.

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  • From: FoodFromSicily

    On Dec 9, 2005

    This is very good. I brushed the bread w/olive oil and sprinkled it lightly with garlic powder (instead of rubbing it with the cloves) before broiling. I also added a teaspoon of sugar to the tomato mixture to cut the acidity. Have made this about 4 times now. My husband just loves it!

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    From: Miss Annie

    On Nov 4, 2002

    Nice and easy! This has great flavor, and eye appeal. It was easy to put together and bake. I followed your directions and did not alter anything in the recipe. A nice variety of flavors and textures. Thanks for sharing this recipe. I will be using this one again!

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    Nutrition Facts

    Serving Size 1 (150g)

    Recipe makes 4 servings

    The following items or measurements are not included below:

    2 1/4 teaspoons balsamic vinegar

    Calories 230
    Calories from Fat 111 (48%)
    Amount Per Serving %DV
    Total Fat 12.4g 19%
    Saturated Fat 2.2g 11%
    Monounsaturated Fat 8.0g
    Polyunsaturated Fat 1.8g
    Trans Fat 0.0g
    Cholesterol 1mg 0%
    Sodium 499mg 20%
    Potassium 286mg 8%
    Total Carbohydrate 24.9g 8%
    Dietary Fiber 2.3g 9%
    Sugars 2.8g
    Protein 5.5g 11%
    Vitamin A 860mcg 17%
    Vitamin B6 0.1mg 6%
    Vitamin B12 0.0mcg 0%
    Vitamin C 13mg 21%
    Vitamin E 1mcg 5%
    Calcium 80mg 8%
    Iron 1mg 9%

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