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Fresh Tomato and Basil Bruschetta

By Kimberley Eggleston, About.com

Photo © Kimberley K. Eggleston
This is a common dish around our house because it is so easy and so delicious. Choose a nice, crusty bread so that you do not end up with soggy bruschetta, and watch it very carefully as it cooks to avoid any burning.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
  • 1 loaf crusty Italian bread, sliced 3/4-inch thick (about 16 pieces)
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cups fresh, chopped tomatoes
  • 2 Tbsp chopped basil
  • 4 cloves of garlic, chopped very fine
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 oz. shaved mozzerella cheese
Preparation:

1. Combine the tomatoes, basil, garlic, and salt in a small bowl and set aside.

2. Set the oven to the broil setting.

3. Place the bread slices in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Using a basting brush, brush a small amount of the olive oil on each slice. Place the bread in the oven and broil for about 1 minute, or until the bread becomes lightly toasted.

4. Remove the bread from the oven, and spoon about 2 tablespoons of the tomato mixture on each slice. Top each with a couple shaves of mozzarella. Broil for another 30 seconds. Watch the bruschetta carefully during this time to make sure it does not burn.

Serves 16

Per Serving Calories 68

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