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Tomato Basil Bruschetta

February 16, 2018 by Sarah Ozimek 1 Comment

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This recipe for a classic Tomato Basil Bruschetta features the perfect, bright and herby tomato topping served over crisp garlic toast.

This recipe for a classic Tomato Basil Bruschetta features the perfect, bright and herby tomato topping served over crisp garlic toast. | www.CuriousCuisiniere.comItalian Antipasto

Antipasto (or plural antipasti) means “before the meal” in Italian. Typically the Italian antipasto course would include cured meats, olives, mushrooms, cheeses, and other small bites. These bites are traditionally served at the table to mark the beginning of a multi-course meal. So, while they may seem like American appetizers or a French hors d’oeuvres, they’re really more of a starter course.

While antipasto is traditionally the first course in a formal Italian meal, we love serving antipasto-inspired bites for parties. Small bites let people graze while they mingle. And, little bites mean that people don’t have to commit to sitting down with a full plate of food, when what they really want is another cocktail.

Traditional Italian Bruschetta

Bruschetta (pronounced bru-SKET-ta) is a traditional Italian antipasto.  While we normally think of bruschetta as a tomato and basil topped garlic toast, the main element of bruschetta is not the tomato and basil topping.  It is the grilled or toasted bread, brushed with garlic and drizzled with olive oil, that makes bruschetta.

The toppings can vary: vegetables, beans, meats, and cheeses are all fair game. It’s bruschetta, as long as it’s served on top of toasted garlic bread.

This recipe for a classic Tomato Basil Bruschetta features the perfect, bright and herby tomato topping served over crisp garlic toast. | www.CuriousCuisiniere.comOur Tomato Basil Brushcetta Recipe

This is our recipe for what most Americans think of when they hear bruschetta: the tomato basil version.

The recipe for the topping makes quite a bit, which makes it perfect if you are entertaining a crowd. But, it also freezes or cans well.

The flavors of this topping only improve over time, so don’t be afraid to make a larger batch ahead of time (store it in the refrigerator) so you can quickly whip up some bruschetta when those unexpected guests pop over.

This recipe for a classic Tomato Basil Bruschetta features the perfect, bright and herby tomato topping served over crisp garlic toast. | www.CuriousCuisiniere.com
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Tomato Basil Bruschetta
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
 
A simple and delicious Italian starter: garlic toast topped with a blend of tomatoes and basil.
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 8 - 12 people
Author: Sarah | Curious Cuisiniere

Ingredients
For the Topping:
  • 2 tomatoes, diced (roughly 3 cups)
  • 2 tsp basil, dry, or 2 Tbsp fresh, chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, minced or 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp balsamic vinegar
  • 3/4 tsp oregano, dry, or 2 tsp fresh, chopped
For the Bruschetta:
  • 2 c Bruschetta Topping (see above)
  • 12-16 slices Italian bread
  • Olive oil
  • Garlic powder
  • 1/2 c Parmesan cheese
Instructions
For the Topping: (Yield 3 cups)
  1. In a large bowl, mix together all topping ingredients. Let set in refrigerator for 1-2 hour before using for best flavor.
For the Bruschetta: (Serves: 8-12)
  1. Preheat oven to 450F.
  2. Place bread slices on a baking sheet. Brush slices with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder to your taste.
  3. Toast bread in the oven for 5 minutes, until they begin to crisp.
  4. Top with 1-2 Tbsp of tomato topping and sprinkle with cheese.
  5. Return to oven for 3-5 minutes to melt cheese.

Recipe Notes

This recipe was updated November 2016. We made a few tweaks to make it even better. Enjoy!

This recipe for a classic Tomato Basil Bruschetta features the perfect, bright and herby tomato topping served over crisp garlic toast. | www.CuriousCuisiniere.com

 

 

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Filed Under: Appetizers and Snacks, Around the World, Holiday Recipes, Italian Recipes Tagged With: Recipes Using Bread, Tomatoes

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Comments

  1. Tandy says

    January 5, 2013 at 11:17 pm

    This is one of my favourite toppings 🙂

    Reply

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