Balsamic Bruschetta

Bruschetta is a classic Italian appetizer that is easy to make at home. Toasted bread is topped with tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and fresh basil. Use a high-quality balsamic vinegar for best results.

Ingredients

• 1 loaf French bread, cut into 1/4-inch slices
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 8 roma (plum) tomatoes, diced
• ⅓ cup chopped fresh basil
• 1 ounce Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon good quality balsamic vinegar
• 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
• ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
• ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). 
2. Brush bread slices on both sides lightly with 1 tablespoon oil and place on large baking sheet. 
3. Toast bread until golden, 5 to 10 minutes, turning halfway through.
4. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Brush bread slices on both sides lightly with 1 tablespoon oil and place on large baking sheet. Toast bread until golden, 5 to 10 minutes, turning halfway through.
5. Spoon tomato mixture onto toasted bread slices and serve immediately.

Recipes Kathy Bias

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