15 minutes
A traditional Italian appetizer consisting of toasted bread topped with a mixture of fresh tomatoes, basil, and garlic-infused olive oil.
Plum Tomatoes, cored and chopped
0 lb
teaspoons
tablespoons
Garlic Clove, minced
each
Basil, rolled and thinly sliced
each
Crusty Bread, grilled or toasted
slices
1. Tomato Preparation
Place the chopped tomatoes in a colander over a bowl or sink. Sprinkle with kosher salt and stir gently. Allow to drain for up to 2 hours to remove excess liquid.
2. Garlic Oil Infusion
In a small saucepan, combine olive oil and minced garlic. Warm over low heat for about 5 minutes or until garlic is softened and aromatic, taking care not to brown the garlic. Remove from heat and let cool.
3. Basil Prep
While the garlic oil cools, thinly slice the basil leaves crosswise after rolling them up.
4. Bruschetta Assembly
In a medium bowl, mix the drained tomatoes with the cooled garlic oil and the sliced basil. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt if needed. To serve, spoon the tomato mixture generously over slices of grilled or toasted crusty bread.
Add slices of fresh mozzarella or burrata to marry the acidity of the tomatoes with creamy, milky soft cheese.
Drape thin slices of prosciutto over the tomato basil topping for a salty, savory twist.
Drizzle balsamic reduction over the tomato topping for a sweet and tangy glaze.
Top the classic mixture with cannellini beans for a protein-packed vegetarian option.
Add smoked salmon and a dollop of crème fraîche to introduce a smoky, creamy element.
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